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Engelwood Elementary

Elementary School · ORANGE

5985 LA COSTA DR, Orlando, FL 32807

Enrollment

532

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#2,261 of 3,778

In Orlando

#104 of 192

public schools

In district

#145 of 258

ORANGE

School environment

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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5.8/10

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About Engelwood Elementary

Engelwood Elementary is a public elementary school in Orlando, FL, part of ORANGE. Engelwood Elementary serves approximately 532 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Engelwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,261 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for Engelwood Elementary show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • FL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

44% of students at Engelwood 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics4.9Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency41.3% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35.7% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg-19.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-19.5 pts
Overall Proficiency39% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected-3.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile31th
Resources & Environment7.4Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,656
Chronic Absenteeism44.4%

Engelwood Elementary — Students at Engelwood Elementary score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

71.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 37.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
58.1% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 35.9% (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

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
53%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
44%
ELA
48%
2011
Math
32%
ELA
34%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2013
ELA
44%
2014
Math
36%
ELA
36%
2015
Math
41%
ELA
36%
2016
Math
45%
ELA
34%
2017
Math
31%
ELA
34%
2018
Math
38%
ELA
31%
2019
Math
38%
ELA
31%
2020*
Math
20%
ELA
25%
2021*
Math
20%
ELA
25%
2022
Math
36.2%
ELA
32%
2024
Math
41.3%
ELA
35.7%

* 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: 5.7/10.

How Engelwood Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.8/10
40th percentile in FL
Academic
4.9/10
Below Average
Growth
5.7/10
Average
Environment
7.4/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
71%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
44.4%

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

5985 LA COSTA DR, Orlando, FL 32807

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Engelwood Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DOVER SHORES ELEMENTARY (rated 7.3/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is AZALEA PARK ELEMENTARY (rated 7.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Orlando, see our Orlando schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
ROBERTO CLEMENTE MIDDLE Orlando 0.1 mi 4.9
BRIDGEPREP ACADEMY CHARTER Miami 0.4 mi 5.8
CHICKASAW ELEMENTARY Orlando 0.5 mi 5.8
ORLANDO CHRISTIAN PREP Orlando 0.7 mi 6.9
ACCELERATION EAST Orlando 0.9 mi 7.3
LITTLE STEPS ACADEMY Orlando 1.2 mi 6.0
PASSPORT CHARTER Orlando 1.1 mi 6.2
AZALEA PARK BAPTIST SCHOOL Orlando 1.3 mi 7.4
BEST MEMORIES ACADEMY Orlando 1.2 mi
AZALEA PARK ELEMENTARY Orlando 1.4 mi 7.1
CHRISTIAN VICTORY ACADEMY Orlando 1.4 mi 6.9
DOVER SHORES ELEMENTARY Orlando 1.4 mi 7.3
GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC SCHOOL Orlando 1.6 mi 6.9
COLONIAL HIGH Orlando 1.7 mi 4.8
UCP DOWNTOWN CHARTER Orlando 1.6 mi 2.7
BETA Orlando 1.6 mi 7.4
VENTURA ELEMENTARY Orlando 2.0 mi 5.4
ACCESS CHARTER Orlando 2.1 mi 4.1
FORSYTH WOODS ELEMENTARY Orlando 2.2 mi 6.8
CHRISTIAN VICTORY ACADEMY OF CENTRAL FL Orlando 2.2 mi 6.7

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
ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Jupiter, FL 5.8
BARTOW ELEMENTARY ACADEMY Bartow, FL 5.8
BAYSHORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Ft. Myers, FL 5.8
BRIDGEPREP ACADEMY CHARTER Miami, FL 5.8
BRIDGEPREP ACADEMY OF TAMPA Tampa, FL 5.8
CASTLE HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lauderhill, FL 5.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Engelwood Elementary

What grades does Engelwood Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Engelwood Elementary?

Engelwood Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 532 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Engelwood Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Engelwood Elementary is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Engelwood Elementary rank in FL?

Engelwood Elementary ranks #2,261 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Engelwood Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Engelwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Engelwood Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Engelwood Elementary has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Engelwood Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Engelwood Elementary a Title I school?

No, Engelwood Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

71.4% of students at Engelwood 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
47 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
36 Some Transit
Bike Score
57 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
532
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Free/Reduced Lunch
71.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Orange County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
44.4%

District

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

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