Very Good
#1041 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 28% in state
Southwood Elementary
Elementary School · ORANGE
12600 BISTED DR, Orlando, FL 32824
Enrollment
517
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
517
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,041 of 3,778
In Orlando
#41 of 192
public schools
In district
#64 of 258
ORANGE
Academic performance
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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About Southwood Elementary
Southwood Elementary is a public elementary school in Orlando, FL, part of ORANGE. Southwood Elementary serves approximately 517 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Southwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,041 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Southwood Elementary show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.7
- FL avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Southwood Elementary — Students at Southwood Elementary score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
51.3%
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: 7.5/10.
How Southwood Elementary Compares
See how Southwood 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
12600 BISTED DR, Orlando, FL 32824
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southwood Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WETHERBEE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.1/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is OAKSHIRE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.1/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, WYNDHAM LAKES ELEMENTARY (rated 8.1/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Orlando, see our Orlando schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CYPRESS CREEK HIGH Orlando | 0.3 mi | 4.9 |
| LIVING WORD ACADEMY Orlando | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| WETHERBEE ELEMENTARY Orlando | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
| MEADOW WOODS ELEMENTARY Orlando | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
| ENDEAVOR ELEMENTARY Orlando | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| IBN SEENA ACADEMY Orlando | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| REGENCY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Orlando | 1.7 mi | 7.7 |
| OAKSHIRE ELEMENTARY Orlando | 2.2 mi | 8.1 |
| KIDS NOW ACADEMY I Orlando | 2.2 mi | — |
| SOUTH CREEK MIDDLE Orlando | 2.3 mi | 5.5 |
| MEADOW WOODS MIDDLE Orlando | 2.4 mi | 5.2 |
| JOHN YOUNG ELEMENTARY Orlando | 2.5 mi | 5.6 |
| RAISING KNOWLEDGE ACADEMY INC. Orlando | 2.8 mi | 6.9 |
| WATERBRIDGE ELEMENTARY Orlando | 2.7 mi | 4.9 |
| FREEDOM HIGH Orlando | 2.9 mi | 5.0 |
| WYNDHAM LAKES ELEMENTARY Orlando | 2.9 mi | 8.1 |
| SALLY RIDE ELEMENTARY Orlando | 3.0 mi | 7.6 |
| STARCHILD ACADEMY Orlando | 2.8 mi | — |
| FREEDOM MIDDLE Orlando | 3.1 mi | 3.1 |
| NAZARET CHRISTIAN ACADEMY INC. Kissimmee | 3.3 mi | 4.4 |
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
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| BUSHNELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bushnell, FL | 7.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Southwood Elementary
What grades does Southwood Elementary serve?
Southwood Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Southwood Elementary?
Southwood Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 517 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southwood Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Southwood Elementary is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Southwood Elementary rank in FL?
Southwood Elementary ranks #1,041 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Southwood Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Southwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Southwood Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Southwood Elementary has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Southwood Elementary a charter school?
No, Southwood Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Southwood Elementary a Title I school?
No, Southwood Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Southwood Elementary?
51.3% of students at Southwood 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
- 517
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 51.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.2%
- Phone
- (407) 858-2230
Resources & Links
District
ORANGE- District Enrollment
- 206,815
- Schools in District
- 275
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,656
- District Rank
- #64 of 258
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