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Killarney Elementary

Elementary School · ORANGE

2401 WELLINGTON BLVD, Winter Park, FL 32789

Enrollment

307

Student-Teacher

14:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#2,537 of 3,778

In Winter Park

#6 of 8

public schools

In district

#166 of 258

ORANGE

School environment

7.0 / 10

Very Good

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Killarney Elementary

5.4/10

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

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About Killarney Elementary

Killarney Elementary is a public elementary school in Winter Park, FL, part of ORANGE. Killarney Elementary serves approximately 307 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Killarney Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,537 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for Killarney Elementary show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.3 pts below district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • FL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

46% of students at Killarney 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 Progress3.9Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.44 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52.7% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency45.3% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg-7.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-9.9 pts
Overall Proficiency49% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected+4.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile52th
Resources & Environment7.0Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,656
Chronic Absenteeism46.3%

Killarney Elementary — Students at Killarney Elementary score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

65.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 51.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
58.1% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 48.6% (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
72%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2013
ELA
47%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
54%
ELA
54%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
38.7%
ELA
47.1%
2024
Math
52.7%
ELA
45.3%

* 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: 3.9/10.

How Killarney Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.4/10
33th percentile in FL
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.0/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
65%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
46.3%

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

2401 WELLINGTON BLVD, Winter Park, FL 32789

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Killarney Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PINECREST CREEK CHARTER (rated 9.6/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Orlando), which scores notably higher. Another option is PRINCETON ELEMENTARY (rated 8.9/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Orlando), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MONARCH LEARNING ACADEMY (rated 7.9/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Winter Park, see our Winter Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS Orlando 0.5 mi 6.2
MORNING STAR CATHOLIC SCHOOL Orlando 0.7 mi 8.0
THE PARKE HOUSE ACADEMY Winter Park 0.7 mi 7.5
ST CHARLES BORROMEO CATHOLIC SCHOOL Orlando 0.7 mi 7.0
TRI-L CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Orlando 0.7 mi 5.1
BISHOP MOORE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Orlando 0.8 mi 5.7
EDGEWATER HIGH Orlando 1.1 mi 4.6
PRINCETON HOUSE CHARTER Orlando 1.1 mi 3.2
COLLEGE PARK MIDDLE Orlando 1.2 mi 2.7
PINECREST CREEK CHARTER Orlando 1.2 mi 9.6
ASPIRE ACADEMY CHARTER Orlando 1.2 mi 4.3
ORLANDO JUNIOR ACADEMY Orlando 1.3 mi 7.4
HUNGERFORD ELEMENTARY Eatonville 1.3 mi 5.7
MONARCH LEARNING ACADEMY Winter Park 1.4 mi 7.9
PRINCETON ELEMENTARY Orlando 1.6 mi 8.9
THE LIFE ACADEMY OF EXCELLENCE Eatonville 1.7 mi 5.9
LA AMISTAD Maitland 1.7 mi 5.6
LAKE SILVER ELEMENTARY Orlando 1.9 mi 5.1
ST MARGARET MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Winter Park 2.0 mi 6.8
METHODIST SCHOOL FOR EARLY EDUCATION Winter Park 2.0 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 32789 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$100,213

Median Home Value

$695,000

Median Rent

$1,667/mo

Population

26,884

College Educated

62.7%

Homeownership

64.9%

Avg Commute

23.1 min

Poverty Rate

9.2%

Median Age

44.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Killarney Elementary

What grades does Killarney Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Killarney Elementary?

Killarney Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 307 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Killarney Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Killarney Elementary is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Killarney Elementary rank in FL?

Killarney Elementary ranks #2,537 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Killarney Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Killarney Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Killarney Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Killarney Elementary has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Killarney Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Killarney Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

65.1% of students at Killarney 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
46 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
307
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
65.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Orange County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
46.3%

District

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

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