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Very Good

#1421 of 3,778 schools in FL

Top 38% in state

Port Orange Elementary School

Elementary School · VOLUSIA

402 DUNLAWTON AVE, Port Orange, FL 32127

Enrollment

380

Student-Teacher

16.5:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#1,421 of 3,778

In Port Orange

#7 of 11

public schools

In district

#25 of 80

VOLUSIA

Equity

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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7.0/10

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About Port Orange Elementary School

Port Orange Elementary School is a public elementary school in Port Orange, FL, part of VOLUSIA. Port Orange Elementary School serves approximately 380 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Port Orange Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,421 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for Port Orange Elementary School show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.6
  • FL avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.8Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.98 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics8.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency65.3% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency61.7% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg+4.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+6.5 pts
Overall Proficiency64% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected+19.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile81th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,727
Chronic Absenteeism23.4%

Port Orange Elementary School — Students at Port Orange Elementary School score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

67.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 66.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
58.1% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 67.2% (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

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
71%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
71%
2012
Math
74%
ELA
74%
2013
ELA
73%
2014
Math
75%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
61%
ELA
61%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
63%
ELA
69%
2019
Math
63%
ELA
69%
2020*
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
60.5%
ELA
56.8%
2024
Math
65.3%
ELA
61.7%

* 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: 5.8/10.

How Port Orange Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.0/10
62th percentile in FL
Academic
8.8/10
Excellent
Growth
5.8/10
Average
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
67%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

402 DUNLAWTON AVE, Port Orange, FL 32127

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Port Orange Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SWEETWATER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CYPRESS CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 4.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SPRUCE CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Port Orange, see our Port Orange schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.3 mi
School Distance Rating
SUGAR MILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Orange 0.7 mi 6.9
THE CHASE ACADEMY, INC. South Daytona 1.7 mi 6.9
SILVER SANDS MIDDLE SCHOOL Port Orange 1.7 mi 5.9
SOUTH DAYTONA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL South Daytona 2.1 mi 4.5
R. J. LONGSTREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Daytona Beach 2.4 mi 7.5
ATLANTIC HIGH SCHOOL Port Orange 2.2 mi 6.1
HOSPITAL HOMEBOUND Port Orange 2.2 mi 9.0
SWEETWATER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Orange 2.4 mi 8.9
SPRUCE CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Orange 2.6 mi 8.1
WARNER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY South Daytona 2.8 mi 7.8
SPRUCE CREEK HIGH SCHOOL Port Orange 2.7 mi 6.0
MOUNT CALVARY ACADEMY Daytona Beach 3.2 mi 5.4
DAYTONA BEACH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Daytona Beach 3.1 mi 4.9
HORIZON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Orange 3.2 mi 8.1
TURIE T. SMALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Daytona Beach 4.3 mi 4.8
CAMPBELL MIDDLE SCHOOL Daytona Beach 4.3 mi 5.0
CYPRESS CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Orange 4.6 mi 8.4
ZAMZAM KNOWLEDGE ACADEMY Daytona Beach 4.8 mi
TLC KIDS CARE Port Orange 5.1 mi
MAINLAND HIGH SCHOOL Daytona Beach 5.3 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 32127 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,260

Median Home Value

$301,800

Median Rent

$1,324/mo

Population

28,430

College Educated

30.4%

Homeownership

78.4%

Avg Commute

24.6 min

Poverty Rate

10.9%

Median Age

53.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Port Orange Elementary School

What grades does Port Orange Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Port Orange Elementary School?

Port Orange Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 380 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Port Orange Elementary School is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Port Orange Elementary School rank in FL?

Port Orange Elementary School ranks #1,421 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Port Orange Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Port Orange Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Port Orange Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Port Orange Elementary School has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Port Orange Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Port Orange Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

67.1% of students at Port Orange 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
59 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
61 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
380
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
67.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Volusia County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.4%

District

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

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