Very Good
#981 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 26% in state
Cheney Elementary
Elementary School · ORANGE
2000 N FORSYTH RD, Orlando, FL 32807
Enrollment
402
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
402
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#981 of 3,778
In Orlando
#39 of 192
public schools
In district
#61 of 258
ORANGE
Academic growth
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Cheney Elementary
Cheney Elementary is a public elementary school in Orlando, FL, part of ORANGE. Cheney Elementary serves approximately 402 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Cheney Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #981 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Cheney Elementary show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 6.7
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
46% of students at Cheney Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Cheney Elementary — Students at Cheney Elementary score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 33 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.5/10.
How Cheney Elementary Compares
See how Cheney Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2000 N FORSYTH RD, Orlando, FL 32807
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cheney Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. AZALEA PARK ELEMENTARY (rated 7.1/10, 2.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, FORSYTH WOODS ELEMENTARY (rated 6.8/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Orlando, see our Orlando schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BRIGHT LEARNING - CYBER HIGH SCHOOL Orlando | 0.1 mi | — |
| THE CONRAD ACADEMY Orlando | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| FAITH GENERATION ACADEMY Orlando | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| BRUSH ARBOR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Orlando | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| FORSYTH WOODS ELEMENTARY Orlando | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| CONDUCTIVE ED CENTER OF ORLANDO Winter Park | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| GENERATION OF HOPE ACADEMY INC 2 Orlando | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| ACCESS CHARTER Orlando | 1.2 mi | 4.1 |
| LEADERS PREPARATORY SCHOOL Orlando | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| COLONIAL HIGH Orlando | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC SCHOOL Orlando | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| CENTRAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Winter Park | 1.7 mi | 4.8 |
| RENAISSANCE CHARTER SCHOOL AT CHICKASAW TRAIL Orlando | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| ALOMA ELEMENTARY Winter Park | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| WINTER PARK HIGH Winter Park | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| LITTLE STEPS ACADEMY Orlando | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| BROOKSHIRE ELEMENTARY Winter Park | 1.9 mi | 6.3 |
| AZALEA PARK BAPTIST SCHOOL Orlando | 2.0 mi | 7.4 |
| ALOMA HIGH CHARTER Winter Park | 2.2 mi | 4.4 |
| AZALEA PARK ELEMENTARY Orlando | 2.2 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32807 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,583
Median Home Value
$247,700
Median Rent
$1,471/mo
Population
34,933
College Educated
25%
Homeownership
50.1%
Avg Commute
29.8 min
Poverty Rate
13.1%
Median Age
36.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL OF CHRIST CHURCH PARISH Pensacola, FL | 7.6 |
| ESPIRITU SANTO CATHOLIC SCHOOL Safety Harbor, FL | 7.6 |
| FELIX A WILLIAMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Stuart, FL | 7.6 |
| JAMES M. ANDERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cross City, FL | 7.6 |
| K. E. CUNNINGHAM/CANAL POINT ELEMENTARY Canal Point, FL | 7.6 |
| LULA J. EDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Niceville, FL | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cheney Elementary
What grades does Cheney Elementary serve?
Cheney Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Cheney Elementary?
Cheney Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 402 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cheney Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Cheney Elementary is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cheney Elementary rank in FL?
Cheney Elementary ranks #981 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Cheney Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Cheney Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Cheney Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cheney Elementary has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Cheney Elementary a charter school?
No, Cheney Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cheney Elementary a Title I school?
No, Cheney Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cheney Elementary?
72.4% of students at Cheney Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 402
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.3%
- Phone
- (407) 672-3120
Resources & Links
District
ORANGE- District Enrollment
- 206,815
- Schools in District
- 275
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,656
- District Rank
- #61 of 258
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