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#1871 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 50% in state
Pine Hills Elementary
Elementary School · ORANGE
1006 FERNDELL RD, Orlando, FL 32808
Enrollment
668
Student-Teacher
18.6:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
668
Student-Teacher
18.6:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,871 of 3,778
In Orlando
#80 of 192
public schools
In district
#115 of 258
ORANGE
Academic growth
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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About Pine Hills Elementary
Pine Hills Elementary is a public elementary school in Orlando, FL, part of ORANGE. Pine Hills Elementary serves approximately 668 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Pine Hills Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,871 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Pine Hills Elementary show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% 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
42% of students at Pine Hills 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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Pine Hills Elementary — Students at Pine Hills Elementary score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78%
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: 7.3/10.
How Pine Hills Elementary Compares
See how Pine Hills 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
1006 FERNDELL RD, Orlando, FL 32808
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pine Hills Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. UCP PINE HILLS CHARTER (rated 7.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is MOLLIE RAY ELEMENTARY (rated 6.3/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ORLO VISTA ELEMENTARY (rated 6.3/10, 1.3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| ST ANDREW CATHOLIC SCHOOL Orlando | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| LION OF JUDAH Orlando | 0.5 mi | 4.3 |
| LEADERS IN LEARNING ACADEMY Orlando | 0.5 mi | — |
| COLOSSUS PRIVATE SCHOOL Orlando | 0.7 mi | — |
| ROBINSWOOD MIDDLE Orlando | 0.7 mi | 4.0 |
| MOLLIE RAY ELEMENTARY Orlando | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| GREATER OASIS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Orlando | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| GREATER OASIS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Orlando | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| PEACEFORCE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Orlando | 1.0 mi | — |
| FONROSE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Orlando | 1.1 mi | — |
| HIAWASSEE ELEMENTARY Orlando | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| FIRST PHASE CORE ACADEMY Orlando | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| FIRST PHASE CHILDREN'S ACADEMY Orlando | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| PRECIOUS CREATIONS II Orlando | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| UCP PINE HILLS CHARTER Orlando | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| LION OF JUDAH ACADEMY CAMPUS 2 Orlando | 1.1 mi | 4.3 |
| INSPIRE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Orlando | 1.1 mi | 3.6 |
| ORLO VISTA ELEMENTARY Orlando | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| MAYNARD EVANS HIGH Orlando | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| SPELLMAN PREP SCHOOL Orlando | 1.5 mi | — |
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 |
|---|---|
| BALLARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bradenton, FL | 6.3 |
| BAY POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg, FL | 6.3 |
| BLANCHE H. DAUGHTREY ELEMENTARY Bradenton, FL | 6.3 |
| BLANTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg, FL | 6.3 |
| BROOKSHIRE ELEMENTARY Winter Park, FL | 6.3 |
| CENTENNIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dade City, FL | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pine Hills Elementary
What grades does Pine Hills Elementary serve?
Pine Hills Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Pine Hills Elementary?
Pine Hills Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 668 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pine Hills Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Pine Hills Elementary is 18.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pine Hills Elementary rank in FL?
Pine Hills Elementary ranks #1,871 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Pine Hills Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Pine Hills 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 Pine Hills Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pine Hills Elementary has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Pine Hills Elementary a charter school?
No, Pine Hills Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pine Hills Elementary a Title I school?
No, Pine Hills Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pine Hills Elementary?
78.0% of students at Pine Hills 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
- 668
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.5%
- Phone
- (407) 296-6500
Resources & Links
District
ORANGE- District Enrollment
- 206,815
- Schools in District
- 275
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,656
- District Rank
- #115 of 258
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