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#1525 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 40% in state
Forsyth Woods Elementary
Elementary School · ORANGE
6651 CURTIS ST, Orlando, FL 32807
Enrollment
501
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
501
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,525 of 3,778
In Orlando
#66 of 192
public schools
In district
#94 of 258
ORANGE
Academic growth
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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About Forsyth Woods Elementary
Forsyth Woods Elementary is a public elementary school in Orlando, FL, part of ORANGE. Forsyth Woods Elementary serves approximately 501 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Forsyth Woods Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,525 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Forsyth Woods Elementary show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
45% of students at Forsyth Woods 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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Forsyth Woods Elementary — Students at Forsyth Woods Elementary score 43% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 29 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: 7.3/10.
How Forsyth Woods Elementary Compares
See how Forsyth Woods 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
6651 CURTIS ST, Orlando, FL 32807
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Forsyth Woods Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CHENEY ELEMENTARY (rated 7.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is AZALEA PARK ELEMENTARY (rated 7.1/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Orlando, see our Orlando schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| COLONIAL HIGH Orlando | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| ACCESS CHARTER Orlando | 0.6 mi | 4.1 |
| GENERATION OF HOPE ACADEMY INC 2 Orlando | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC SCHOOL Orlando | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| CHENEY ELEMENTARY Orlando | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| LEADERS PREPARATORY SCHOOL Orlando | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| BRIGHT LEARNING - CYBER HIGH SCHOOL Orlando | 1.0 mi | — |
| FAITH GENERATION ACADEMY Orlando | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| THE CONRAD ACADEMY Orlando | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| LITTLE STEPS ACADEMY Orlando | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| AZALEA PARK BAPTIST SCHOOL Orlando | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| BRUSH ARBOR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Orlando | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| RENAISSANCE CHARTER SCHOOL AT CHICKASAW TRAIL Orlando | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| AZALEA PARK ELEMENTARY Orlando | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| CONDUCTIVE ED CENTER OF ORLANDO Winter Park | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| ORLANDO CHRISTIAN PREP Orlando | 1.8 mi | 6.9 |
| LITTLE RIVER ELEMENTARY Orlando | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| ROBERTO CLEMENTE MIDDLE Orlando | 2.1 mi | 4.9 |
| ENGELWOOD ELEMENTARY Orlando | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| CHICKASAW ELEMENTARY Orlando | 2.4 mi | 5.8 |
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 |
|---|---|
| ASCENSION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Melbourne, FL | 6.8 |
| BAY LAKE ELEMENTARY Windermere, FL | 6.8 |
| BENJAMIN FRANKLIN K-8 CENTER North Miami, FL | 6.8 |
| CROISSANT PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale, FL | 6.8 |
| EMMA JEWEL CHARTER ACADEMY Cocoa, FL | 6.8 |
| FAIRWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miramar, FL | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Forsyth Woods Elementary
What grades does Forsyth Woods Elementary serve?
Forsyth Woods Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Forsyth Woods Elementary?
Forsyth Woods Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 501 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Forsyth Woods Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Forsyth Woods Elementary is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Forsyth Woods Elementary rank in FL?
Forsyth Woods Elementary ranks #1,525 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Forsyth Woods Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Forsyth Woods Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Forsyth Woods Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Forsyth Woods Elementary has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024).
Is Forsyth Woods Elementary a charter school?
No, Forsyth Woods Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Forsyth Woods Elementary a Title I school?
No, Forsyth Woods Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Forsyth Woods Elementary?
78.2% of students at Forsyth Woods 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 501
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.5%
- Phone
- (407) 207-7495
Resources & Links
District
ORANGE- District Enrollment
- 206,815
- Schools in District
- 275
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,656
- District Rank
- #94 of 258
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