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#2905 of 3,778 schools in FL

Dillard Street Elementary

Elementary School · ORANGE

311 N DILLARD ST, Winter Garden, FL 34787

Enrollment

479

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

4.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#2,905 of 3,778

In Winter Garden

#18 of 20

public schools

In district

#198 of 258

ORANGE

School environment

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Dillard Street Elementary

4.9/10

Elementary School in Winter Garden · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Dillard Street Elementary

Dillard Street Elementary is a public elementary school in Winter Garden, FL, part of ORANGE. Dillard Street Elementary serves approximately 479 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Dillard Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,905 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for Dillard Street Elementary show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.8 pts below district
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • FL avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.0Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.7 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency50.3% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg-10.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-11.2 pts
Overall Proficiency47% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected-3.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile42th
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,656
Chronic Absenteeism29.4%

Dillard Street Elementary — Students at Dillard Street Elementary score 47% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

50.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 55.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
58.1% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 50.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.2% (2024 FAST)

Based on 33 test records from FL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
75%
ELA
71%
2010
Math
76%
ELA
74%
2011
Math
61%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
65%
ELA
59%
2013
ELA
54%
2014
Math
55%
ELA
48%
2015
Math
50%
ELA
40%
2016
Math
53%
ELA
43%
2017
Math
56%
ELA
45%
2018
Math
51%
ELA
51%
2019
Math
51%
ELA
51%
2020*
Math
46%
ELA
46%
2021*
Math
46%
ELA
46%
2022
Math
48%
ELA
45.8%
2024
Math
50.3%
ELA
44%

* 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: 3.0/10.

How Dillard Street Elementary Compares

See how Dillard Street Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.9/10
23th percentile in FL
Academic
5.9/10
Average
Growth
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
51%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

311 N DILLARD ST, Winter Garden, FL 34787

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Dillard Street Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HOPE CHARTER (rated 8.8/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Ocoee), which scores notably higher. Another option is WILLIAM S MAXEY ELEMENTARY (rated 8.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TILDENVILLE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Winter Garden, see our Winter Garden schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
WILLIAM S MAXEY ELEMENTARY Winter Garden 1.0 mi 8.5
THE KINGS ACADEMY Winter Garden 1.1 mi
MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF WINTER GARDEN Winter Garden 1.3 mi
LAKEVIEW MIDDLE Winter Garden 1.3 mi 3.7
UCP WEST ORANGE CHARTER Orlando 1.7 mi 5.8
ELISHA AMERICAN PERFORMING ARTS ACADEMY CHAYAL Winter Garden 1.7 mi
TILDENVILLE ELEMENTARY Winter Garden 1.8 mi 8.2
STAR CHILD ACADEMY OF WINTER GARDEN Winter Garden 2.0 mi 7.7
HOPE CHARTER Ocoee 2.0 mi 8.8
LEGACY HIGH CHARTER Ocoee 2.0 mi 6.7
FMI STEM ACADEMY Ocoee Fl 2.0 mi
WEST ORANGE HIGH Winter Garden 2.3 mi 5.8
HOSPITAL HOMEBOUND Winter Garden 2.5 mi 6.0
ESTEEM ACADEMY Winter Garden 2.5 mi
ESE TRANSITION Winter Garden 2.5 mi 6.3
FAMILY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Winter Garden 2.6 mi 5.0
SUNRIDGE ELEMENTARY Winter Garden 2.6 mi 7.8
SUNRIDGE MIDDLE Winter Garden 2.6 mi 7.0
OCOEE HIGH Ocoee 2.5 mi 4.6
OCOEE MIDDLE Ocoee 2.4 mi 4.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 34787 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$114,988

Median Home Value

$475,000

Median Rent

$1,994/mo

Population

93,064

College Educated

49%

Homeownership

71.8%

Avg Commute

28.5 min

Poverty Rate

8.1%

Median Age

37.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Dillard Street Elementary

What grades does Dillard Street Elementary serve?

Dillard Street Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Dillard Street Elementary?

Dillard Street Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 479 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Dillard Street Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Dillard Street Elementary is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Dillard Street Elementary rank in FL?

Dillard Street Elementary ranks #2,905 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Dillard Street Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Dillard Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Dillard Street Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Dillard Street Elementary has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Dillard Street Elementary a charter school?

No, Dillard Street Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Dillard Street Elementary a Title I school?

No, Dillard Street Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dillard Street Elementary?

50.9% of students at Dillard Street 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
74 Very Walkable
Bike Score
64 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
479
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
50.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Orange County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.4%

District

ORANGE
District Enrollment
206,815
Schools in District
275
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,656
District Rank
#198 of 258

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