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Longwood Elementary School

Elementary School · SEMINOLE

840 ORANGE AVE, Longwood, FL 32750

Enrollment

612

Student-Teacher

14.9:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#1,887 of 3,778

In Longwood

#5 of 7

public schools

In district

#39 of 71

SEMINOLE

Equity

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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6.3/10

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

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About Longwood Elementary School

Longwood Elementary School is a public elementary school in Longwood, FL, part of SEMINOLE. Longwood Elementary School serves approximately 612 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Longwood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,887 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for Longwood Elementary School show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 7.1
  • FL avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.2Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change-1.36 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics8.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency61% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency59.7% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg+0.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+4.5 pts
Overall Proficiency60% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected+15.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile75th
Resources & Environment8.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,243
Chronic Absenteeism17.8%

Longwood Elementary School — Students at Longwood Elementary School score 60% 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

64.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 65.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
57.5% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 65.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.2% (2024 FAST)

Based on 23 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
79%
ELA
80%
2010
Math
79%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
65%
ELA
61%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
70%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
70%
2020*
Math
55%
ELA
63%
2021*
Math
55%
ELA
63%
2022
Math
61%
ELA
59.4%
2024
Math
61%
ELA
59.7%

* 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: 4.2/10.

How Longwood Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.3/10
50th percentile in FL
Academic
8.3/10
Excellent
Growth
4.2/10
Below Average
Environment
8.4/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
64%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.8%

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

840 ORANGE AVE, Longwood, FL 32750

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Longwood Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WOODLANDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SEMINOLE SCIENCE CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Lake Mary), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CASSELBERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Casselberry), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Longwood, see our Longwood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
LONGWOOD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Longwood 0.3 mi 6.5
REVIVAL FIRE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Longwood 1.2 mi 2.5
COOPERATIVE SCHOOL AT NORTHLAND Longwood 1.3 mi
HIGHLANDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Winter Springs 1.2 mi 7.4
WINTER SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Winter Springs 1.2 mi 6.7
LYMAN HIGH SCHOOL Longwood 1.4 mi 5.7
OAK ARBOR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Longwood 1.7 mi
MILWEE MIDDLE SCHOOL Longwood 1.8 mi 4.8
GREENWOOD LAKES MIDDLE SCHOOL Lake Mary 2.3 mi 5.2
LAKE MARY HIGH SCHOOL Lake Mary 2.3 mi 5.9
INSPIRE LEARNING ACADEMY Longwood 2.2 mi 6.5
LAYER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Winter Springs 2.3 mi 7.9
SEMINOLE SCIENCE CHARTER SCHOOL Lake Mary 2.6 mi 8.2
ROCK LAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL Longwood 2.4 mi 7.0
WOODLANDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Longwood 2.6 mi 8.7
SOUTH SEMINOLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Casselberry 3.0 mi 5.3
CASSELBERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Casselberry 3.0 mi 8.1
SEMINOLE COUNTY VIRTUAL FRANCHISE (SCVS) Lake Mary 3.0 mi 9.4
ALTAMONTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Altamonte Springs 2.9 mi 5.6
ONE SCHOOL OF THE ARTS Longwood 3.0 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 32750 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$85,227

Median Home Value

$350,600

Median Rent

$1,633/mo

Population

25,853

College Educated

37.4%

Homeownership

76%

Avg Commute

26.6 min

Poverty Rate

8.2%

Median Age

41.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Longwood Elementary School

What grades does Longwood Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Longwood Elementary School?

Longwood Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 612 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Longwood Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Longwood Elementary School is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Longwood Elementary School rank in FL?

Longwood Elementary School ranks #1,887 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Longwood Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Longwood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Longwood Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Longwood Elementary School has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Longwood Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Longwood Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Longwood Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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

64.2% of students at Longwood Elementary School 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
64 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
612
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
64.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Seminole County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.8%

District

SEMINOLE
District Enrollment
65,443
Schools in District
76
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,243
District Rank
#39 of 71

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