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#1874 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 50% in state
Orange Center Elementary
Elementary School · ORANGE
621 S TEXAS AVE, Orlando, FL 32805
Enrollment
306
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
306
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,874 of 3,778
In Orlando
#82 of 192
public schools
In district
#118 of 258
ORANGE
Equity
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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About Orange Center Elementary
Orange Center Elementary is a public elementary school in Orlando, FL, part of ORANGE. Orange Center Elementary serves approximately 306 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Orange Center Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,874 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Orange Center Elementary show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% 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
36% of students at Orange Center 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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Orange Center Elementary — Students at Orange Center Elementary score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.1%
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: 5.7/10.
How Orange Center Elementary Compares
See how Orange Center 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
621 S TEXAS AVE, Orlando, FL 32805
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Orange Center Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LEGENDS ACADEMY CHARTER (rated 8.5/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ROCK LAKE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ORLANDO SCIENCE ELEMENTARY CHARTER (rated 8.4/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Orlando, see our Orlando schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LEGENDS ACADEMY CHARTER Orlando | 0.5 mi | 8.5 |
| JONES HIGH Orlando | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| HIGHER DIMENSION OF LEARNING ACADEMY Orlando | 0.7 mi | — |
| MERIDIAN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Orlando | 0.6 mi | 4.2 |
| PROSPERITAS LEADERSHIP ACADEMY CHARTER Orlando | 0.7 mi | 3.6 |
| ABSOLUTE EXCELLENCE PREPARATORY ACADEMY Orlando | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| WASHINGTON SHORES ELEMENTARY Orlando | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| ROCK LAKE ELEMENTARY Orlando | 1.0 mi | 8.4 |
| J.M.G.C. ACADEMY Orlando | 1.2 mi | — |
| WORKFORCE ADVANTAGE ACADEMY CHARTER Orlando | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| JUDAH TEMPLE ACADEMY OUTREACH CENTER Orlando | 1.1 mi | — |
| KIDS KINGDOM CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Orlando | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| HARVEST BAPTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Orlando | 1.2 mi | — |
| MEMORIAL MIDDLE Orlando | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
| CATALINA ELEMENTARY Orlando | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| ORLANDO SCIENCE ELEMENTARY CHARTER Orlando | 1.6 mi | 8.4 |
| OCPS ACADEMIC CENTER FOR EXCELLENCE Orlando | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| THE FIRST ACADEMY Orlando | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| ECCLESTON ELEMENTARY Orlando | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
| WASHINGTON SHORES PRIMARY LEARNING CENTER Orlando | 1.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32805 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$39,425
Median Home Value
$226,100
Median Rent
$1,112/mo
Population
18,085
College Educated
16.2%
Homeownership
46.6%
Avg Commute
28.6 min
Poverty Rate
21%
Median Age
46.8
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 |
| BRIDGEPREP ACADEMY COLLIER Naples, FL | 6.3 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Port St. Lucie, FL | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Orange Center Elementary
What grades does Orange Center Elementary serve?
Orange Center Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Orange Center Elementary?
Orange Center Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 306 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Orange Center Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Orange Center Elementary is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Orange Center Elementary rank in FL?
Orange Center Elementary ranks #1,874 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Orange Center Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Orange Center 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 Orange Center Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Orange Center Elementary has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Orange Center Elementary a charter school?
No, Orange Center Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Orange Center Elementary a Title I school?
No, Orange Center Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Orange Center Elementary?
80.1% of students at Orange Center 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
- 306
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.6%
- Phone
- (407) 296-6480
Resources & Links
District
ORANGE- District Enrollment
- 206,815
- Schools in District
- 275
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,656
- District Rank
- #118 of 258
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