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#2474 of 3,778 schools in FL
Sunshine Elementary
Elementary School · ORANGE
13225 INTERNATIONAL DRIVE, Orlando, FL 32821
Enrollment
1,001
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
1,001
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,474 of 3,778
In Orlando
#118 of 192
public schools
In district
#165 of 258
ORANGE
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About Sunshine Elementary
Sunshine Elementary is a public elementary school in Orlando, FL, part of ORANGE. Sunshine Elementary serves approximately 1,001 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Sunshine Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,474 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Sunshine Elementary show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Sunshine 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.
44% of students at Sunshine 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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Sunshine Elementary — Students at Sunshine Elementary score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
42.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 12 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: 6.3/10.
How Sunshine Elementary Compares
See how Sunshine 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
13225 INTERNATIONAL DRIVE, Orlando, FL 32821
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sunshine Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BAY MEADOWS ELEMENTARY (rated 8.1/10, 4.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is RENAISSANCE CHARTER SCHOOL AT HUNTERS CREEK (rated 8.0/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MUSLIM ACADEMY OF GREATER ORLANDO (rated 7.7/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Orlando, see our Orlando schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MUSLIM ACADEMY OF GREATER ORLANDO Orlando | 1.7 mi | 7.7 |
| LAKE BUENA VISTA HIGH SCHOOL Orlando | 1.8 mi | 3.3 |
| MEOROS GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL Vineland | 2.0 mi | — |
| SAND LAKE ELEMENTARY Orlando | 2.4 mi | 4.3 |
| WEST CREEK ELEMENTARY Orlando | 2.2 mi | 6.0 |
| HUNTERS CREEK MIDDLE Orlando | 3.2 mi | 5.9 |
| REBORN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kissimmee | 4.0 mi | 4.7 |
| HUNTERS CREEK ELEMENTARY Orlando | 3.6 mi | 6.2 |
| BAY MEADOWS ELEMENTARY Orlando | 4.1 mi | 8.1 |
| STARCHILD ACADEMY Orlando | 3.7 mi | — |
| RENAISSANCE CHARTER SCHOOL AT HUNTERS CREEK Orlando | 3.8 mi | 8.0 |
| MONTESSORI WAY SCHOOL Orlando | 3.8 mi | 7.1 |
| JOHN YOUNG ELEMENTARY Orlando | 3.9 mi | 5.6 |
| FLORA RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kissimmee | 4.3 mi | 3.9 |
| ORLANDO JEWISH DAYSCHOOL Orlando | 5.0 mi | 7.4 |
| ORLANDO JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Orlando | 5.0 mi | 6.5 |
| WATERBRIDGE ELEMENTARY Orlando | 4.6 mi | 4.9 |
| KISSIMMEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kissimmee | 5.1 mi | 4.4 |
| KISSIMMEE MIDDLE SCHOOL Kissimmee | 5.1 mi | 4.2 |
| FREEDOM MIDDLE Orlando | 4.9 mi | 3.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32821 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,927
Median Home Value
$300,300
Median Rent
$1,782/mo
Population
21,765
College Educated
43.7%
Homeownership
35.2%
Avg Commute
24.6 min
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Median Age
31.6
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BRIDGEPREP ACADEMY OSCEOLA COUNTY Kissimmee, FL | 5.5 |
| BROOKSVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brooksville, FL | 5.5 |
| CHALLENGER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tamarac, FL | 5.5 |
| LOWRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa, FL | 5.5 |
| MILES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa, FL | 5.5 |
| PINE CREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sanford, FL | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sunshine Elementary
What grades does Sunshine Elementary serve?
Sunshine Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Sunshine Elementary?
Sunshine Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 1,001 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunshine Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sunshine Elementary is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sunshine Elementary rank in FL?
Sunshine Elementary ranks #2,474 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Sunshine Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sunshine Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Sunshine Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sunshine Elementary has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).
Is Sunshine Elementary a charter school?
No, Sunshine Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sunshine Elementary a Title I school?
No, Sunshine Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sunshine Elementary?
42.2% of students at Sunshine 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
- 1,001
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 57
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 42.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.6%
- Phone
- (407) 317-3200
Resources & Links
District
ORANGE- District Enrollment
- 206,815
- Schools in District
- 275
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,656
- District Rank
- #165 of 258
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