Very Good
#982 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 26% in state
Sally Ride Elementary
Elementary School · ORANGE
9601 11TH AVE, Orlando, FL 32824
Enrollment
392
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
392
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#982 of 3,778
In Orlando
#40 of 192
public schools
In district
#62 of 258
ORANGE
Academic growth
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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Sally Ride Elementary
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About Sally Ride Elementary
Sally Ride Elementary is a public elementary school in Orlando, FL, part of ORANGE. Sally Ride Elementary serves approximately 392 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Sally Ride Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #982 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Sally Ride Elementary show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 6.7
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at Sally Ride 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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Sally Ride Elementary — Students at Sally Ride Elementary score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
70.4%
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: 8.8/10.
How Sally Ride Elementary Compares
See how Sally Ride 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
9601 11TH AVE, Orlando, FL 32824
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sally Ride Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PINECREST PREPARATORY CHARTER (rated 9.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CORNERSTONE ACADEMY CHARTER (rated 8.6/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Belle Isle), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, WETHERBEE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.1/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Orlando, see our Orlando schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PINECREST PREPARATORY CHARTER Orlando | 1.7 mi | 9.1 |
| WETHERBEE ELEMENTARY Orlando | 2.2 mi | 8.1 |
| LIVING WORD ACADEMY Orlando | 2.2 mi | 7.1 |
| SOUTH CREEK MIDDLE Orlando | 2.3 mi | 5.5 |
| WINEGARD ELEMENTARY Orlando | 2.4 mi | 4.5 |
| JUDSON B WALKER MIDDLE Orlando | 2.7 mi | 4.2 |
| LANCASTER ELEMENTARY Orlando | 2.8 mi | 5.4 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF ORLANDO Orlando | 2.7 mi | 5.2 |
| ACADEMY FOR AUTISM Orlando | 3.0 mi | 7.4 |
| RAISING KNOWLEDGE ACADEMY INC. Orlando | 2.7 mi | 6.9 |
| SOUTHWOOD ELEMENTARY Orlando | 3.0 mi | 7.5 |
| CYPRESS CREEK HIGH Orlando | 3.2 mi | 4.9 |
| CORNERSTONE ACADEMY CHARTER Belle Isle | 3.3 mi | 8.6 |
| CORNERSTONE CHARTER ACADEMY HIGH Belle Isle | 3.3 mi | 7.7 |
| BETHANY LEARNING ACADEMY Orlando | 3.3 mi | 6.0 |
| KIDS NOW ACADEMY I Orlando | 3.2 mi | — |
| REGENCY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Orlando | 3.2 mi | 7.7 |
| MEADOW WOODS ELEMENTARY Orlando | 3.7 mi | 4.7 |
| CHANCERY HIGH CHARTER Orlando | 3.5 mi | 3.4 |
| OAK RIDGE HIGH Orlando | 3.6 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32824 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,177
Median Home Value
$354,200
Median Rent
$1,759/mo
Population
55,282
College Educated
34.1%
Homeownership
74.4%
Avg Commute
33.3 min
Poverty Rate
8.2%
Median Age
39.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CHENEY ELEMENTARY Orlando, FL | 7.6 |
| EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL OF CHRIST CHURCH PARISH Pensacola, FL | 7.6 |
| ESPIRITU SANTO CATHOLIC SCHOOL Safety Harbor, FL | 7.6 |
| FELIX A WILLIAMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Stuart, FL | 7.6 |
| JAMES M. ANDERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cross City, FL | 7.6 |
| K. E. CUNNINGHAM/CANAL POINT ELEMENTARY Canal Point, FL | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sally Ride Elementary
What grades does Sally Ride Elementary serve?
Sally Ride Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Sally Ride Elementary?
Sally Ride Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 392 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sally Ride Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sally Ride Elementary is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sally Ride Elementary rank in FL?
Sally Ride Elementary ranks #982 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Sally Ride Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sally Ride Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Sally Ride Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sally Ride Elementary has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sally Ride Elementary a charter school?
No, Sally Ride Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sally Ride Elementary a Title I school?
No, Sally Ride Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sally Ride Elementary?
70.4% of students at Sally Ride 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
- 392
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.5%
- Phone
- (407) 858-3100
Resources & Links
District
ORANGE- District Enrollment
- 206,815
- Schools in District
- 275
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,656
- District Rank
- #62 of 258
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