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Orange City Elementary School

Elementary School · VOLUSIA

555 E UNIVERSITY AVE, Orange City, FL 32763

Enrollment

601

Student-Teacher

14.7:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#2,562 of 3,778

In Orange City

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#47 of 80

VOLUSIA

School environment

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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5.4/10

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

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About Orange City Elementary School

Orange City Elementary School is a public elementary school in Orange City, FL, part of VOLUSIA. Orange City Elementary School serves approximately 601 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Orange City Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,562 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for Orange City Elementary School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.2 pts below district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • FL avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.6Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.26 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency38% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38.3% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg-22.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-16.9 pts
Overall Proficiency38% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected-3.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile31th
Resources & Environment7.8Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,727
Chronic Absenteeism28.8%

Orange City Elementary School — Students at Orange City Elementary School score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

73.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 43.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
58.1% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 46.9% (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
57%
ELA
66%
2010
Math
50%
ELA
65%
2011
Math
41%
ELA
51%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
50%
2013
ELA
50%
2014
Math
49%
ELA
44%
2015
Math
54%
ELA
45%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
45%
ELA
46%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
45%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
45%
2020*
Math
35%
ELA
43%
2021*
Math
35%
ELA
43%
2022
Math
34.4%
ELA
41.7%
2024
Math
38%
ELA
38.3%

* 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: 4.6/10.

How Orange City Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.4/10
32th percentile in FL
Academic
5.0/10
Average
Growth
4.6/10
Below Average
Environment
7.8/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
74%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.8%

Location

555 E UNIVERSITY AVE, Orange City, FL 32763

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Orange City Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. IVY HAWN CHARTER SCHOOL OF THE ARTS (rated 8.1/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Lake Helen), which scores notably higher. Another option is DEBARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Debary), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TIMBERCREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Deltona), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Orange City, see our Orange City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.3 mi
School Distance Rating
MANATEE COVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Orange City 1.4 mi 4.6
RIVER SPRINGS MIDDLE SCHOOL Orange City 1.5 mi 5.3
UNIVERSITY HIGH SCHOOL Orange City 1.9 mi 5.5
DIVINE ACADEMY OF VOLUSIA COUNTY Orange City 1.8 mi
SUNRISE ACADEMY Orange City 3.0 mi 8.0
DELTONA HIGH SCHOOL Deltona 2.8 mi 6.0
TRINITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Deltona 3.0 mi 5.8
FREEDOM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Deland 3.2 mi 5.9
DELAND MIDDLE SCHOOL Deland 3.7 mi 4.7
THE READING EDGE ACADEMY Debary 3.9 mi 5.2
CENTRAL FLORIDA ACADEMY Lake Helen 3.8 mi 5.5
SOUTHWESTERN MIDDLE SCHOOL Deland 4.1 mi 6.7
HIGHBANKS LEARNING CENTER Debary 4.2 mi 4.7
TIMBERCREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Deltona 3.9 mi 7.1
GALAXY MIDDLE SCHOOL Deltona 4.0 mi 4.8
IVY HAWN CHARTER SCHOOL OF THE ARTS Lake Helen 4.1 mi 8.1
BLAKE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lake Helen 4.1 mi 6.3
EDITH I. STARKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Deland 4.5 mi 5.9
DEBARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Debary 4.5 mi 7.6
SPIRIT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Deltona 4.3 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 32763 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,022

Median Home Value

$239,700

Median Rent

$1,449/mo

Population

25,667

College Educated

22.1%

Homeownership

62.3%

Avg Commute

29 min

Poverty Rate

12.4%

Median Age

44.8

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HANS CHRISTIAN ANDERSEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rockledge, FL 5.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Orange City Elementary School

What grades does Orange City Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Orange City Elementary School?

Orange City Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 601 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Orange City Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Orange City Elementary School is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Orange City Elementary School rank in FL?

Orange City Elementary School ranks #2,562 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Orange City Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Orange City Elementary School 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 Orange City Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Orange City Elementary School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Orange City Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Orange City Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

73.7% of students at Orange City 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
27 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
601
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
73.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Volusia County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.8%

District

VOLUSIA
District Enrollment
62,742
Schools in District
89
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,727
District Rank
#47 of 80

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