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#1873 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 50% in state
Mollie Ray Elementary
Elementary School · ORANGE
2000 BEECHER ST, Orlando, FL 32808
Enrollment
420
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
420
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,873 of 3,778
In Orlando
#81 of 192
public schools
In district
#117 of 258
ORANGE
Academic growth
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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About Mollie Ray Elementary
Mollie Ray Elementary is a public elementary school in Orlando, FL, part of ORANGE. Mollie Ray Elementary serves approximately 420 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Mollie Ray Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,873 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Mollie Ray Elementary show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
51% of students at Mollie Ray 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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Mollie Ray Elementary — Students at Mollie Ray Elementary score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 33 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: 7.0/10.
How Mollie Ray Elementary Compares
See how Mollie Ray 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
2000 BEECHER ST, Orlando, FL 32808
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mollie Ray Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. UCP PINE HILLS CHARTER (rated 7.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is RIDGEWOOD PARK ELEMENTARY (rated 6.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PINE HILLS ELEMENTARY (rated 6.3/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Orlando, see our Orlando schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LION OF JUDAH ACADEMY CAMPUS 2 Orlando | 0.4 mi | 4.3 |
| FONROSE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Orlando | 0.4 mi | — |
| FIRST PHASE CORE ACADEMY Orlando | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| FIRST PHASE CHILDREN'S ACADEMY Orlando | 0.4 mi | 5.1 |
| LEADERS IN LEARNING ACADEMY Orlando | 0.5 mi | — |
| MAYNARD EVANS HIGH Orlando | 0.6 mi | 5.4 |
| LION OF JUDAH Orlando | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| UCP PINE HILLS CHARTER Orlando | 0.6 mi | 7.3 |
| PINE HILLS ELEMENTARY Orlando | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| COLOSSUS PRIVATE SCHOOL Orlando | 1.1 mi | — |
| LUCIOUS AND EMMA NIXON ACADEMY CHARTER Orlando | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| ST ANDREW CATHOLIC SCHOOL Orlando | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| OCVS VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM Orlando | 1.2 mi | — |
| OCVS VIRTUAL FRANCHISE Orlando | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| ROLLING HILLS ELEMENTARY Orlando | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| RIDGEWOOD PARK ELEMENTARY Orlando | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| FAITH ACADEMY Orlando | 1.3 mi | — |
| PEACEFORCE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Orlando | 1.5 mi | — |
| HIAWASSEE ELEMENTARY Orlando | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| ROBINSWOOD MIDDLE Orlando | 1.5 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32808 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,575
Median Home Value
$218,600
Median Rent
$1,375/mo
Population
61,123
College Educated
11.8%
Homeownership
42.2%
Avg Commute
31.2 min
Poverty Rate
20.2%
Median Age
32.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALEXANDER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Palmetto Bay, FL | 6.3 |
| AUBURNDALE CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Auburndale, FL | 6.3 |
| BALLARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bradenton, FL | 6.3 |
| BAY POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg, FL | 6.3 |
| BLANTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg, FL | 6.3 |
| BRIDGEPREP ACADEMY COLLIER Naples, FL | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mollie Ray Elementary
What grades does Mollie Ray Elementary serve?
Mollie Ray Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Mollie Ray Elementary?
Mollie Ray Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 420 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mollie Ray Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Mollie Ray Elementary is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mollie Ray Elementary rank in FL?
Mollie Ray Elementary ranks #1,873 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Mollie Ray Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Mollie Ray Elementary 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 Mollie Ray Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mollie Ray Elementary has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mollie Ray Elementary a charter school?
No, Mollie Ray Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mollie Ray Elementary a Title I school?
No, Mollie Ray Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mollie Ray Elementary?
80.7% of students at Mollie Ray 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
- 420
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.5%
- Phone
- (407) 296-6460
Resources & Links
District
ORANGE- District Enrollment
- 206,815
- Schools in District
- 275
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,656
- District Rank
- #117 of 258
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