Average
#1809 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 48% in state
Palmetto Elementary
Elementary School · ORANGE
2015 DUSKIN AVE, Orlando, FL 32839
Enrollment
835
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
835
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,809 of 3,778
In Orlando
#77 of 192
public schools
In district
#111 of 258
ORANGE
Academic growth
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Palmetto Elementary
Palmetto Elementary is a public elementary school in Orlando, FL, part of ORANGE. Palmetto Elementary serves approximately 835 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Palmetto Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,809 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Palmetto Elementary show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Palmetto Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
39% of students at Palmetto 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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Palmetto Elementary — Students at Palmetto Elementary score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72.8%
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: 8.3/10.
How Palmetto Elementary Compares
See how Palmetto 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
2015 DUSKIN AVE, Orlando, FL 32839
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Palmetto Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CATALINA ELEMENTARY (rated 6.6/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is MILLENNIA GARDENS ELEMENTARY (rated 6.1/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, SHINGLE CREEK ELEMENTARY (rated 6.0/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Orlando, see our Orlando schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WAY OF WISDOM ACADEMY Orlando | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| PATHWAYS PRIVATE SCHOOL Orlando | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| CALVARY CITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY & PRESCHOOL Orlando | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| ELITE PREPARATORY ACADEMY Orlando | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| SOUTH ORLANDO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Orlando | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| ST JOHN VIANNEY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Orlando | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| WESTRIDGE MIDDLE Orlando | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| PINE CASTLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Orlando | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| CHANCERY HIGH CHARTER Orlando | 1.3 mi | 3.4 |
| MILLENNIA GARDENS ELEMENTARY Orlando | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| CHANGING LIVES ACADEMY INC. Orlando | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| SADLER ELEMENTARY Orlando | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| OAK RIDGE HIGH Orlando | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| ORANGE YOUTH ACADEMY Orlando | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| JUVENILE OFFENDERS PROGRAM Orlando | 1.8 mi | — |
| BETHANY LEARNING ACADEMY Orlando | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| SHINGLE CREEK ELEMENTARY Orlando | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| CATALINA ELEMENTARY Orlando | 2.1 mi | 6.6 |
| PINELOCH ELEMENTARY Orlando | 2.1 mi | 5.8 |
| MEMORIAL MIDDLE Orlando | 2.2 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32839 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,814
Median Home Value
$250,800
Median Rent
$1,429/mo
Population
51,807
College Educated
20.6%
Homeownership
25.6%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
25%
Median Age
32.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BAYSHORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bradenton, FL | 6.4 |
| CLAY SPRINGS ELEMENTARY Apopka, FL | 6.4 |
| DIAMOND VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Greenacres, FL | 6.4 |
| ERNEST R. GRAHAM K-8 ACADEMY Hialeah, FL | 6.4 |
| FOREST LAKE EDUCATION CENTER Longwood, FL | 6.4 |
| ISLAND VILLAGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Venice, FL | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Palmetto Elementary
What grades does Palmetto Elementary serve?
Palmetto Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Palmetto Elementary?
Palmetto Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 835 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Palmetto Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Palmetto Elementary is 17.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Palmetto Elementary rank in FL?
Palmetto Elementary ranks #1,809 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Palmetto Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Palmetto Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Palmetto Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Palmetto Elementary has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Palmetto Elementary a charter school?
No, Palmetto Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Palmetto Elementary a Title I school?
No, Palmetto Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Palmetto Elementary?
72.8% of students at Palmetto 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 835
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.8%
- Phone
- (407) 858-3150
Resources & Links
District
ORANGE- District Enrollment
- 206,815
- Schools in District
- 275
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,656
- District Rank
- #111 of 258
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