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#3751 of 3,778 schools in FL

Ucp Downtown Charter

Elementary School · ORANGE

4680 LAKE UNDERHILL RD, Orlando, FL 32807

Charter

Enrollment

179

Student-Teacher

11.9:1

Score

2.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#3,751 of 3,778

In Orlando

#192 of 192

public schools

In district

#258 of 258

ORANGE

School environment

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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2.7/10

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About Ucp Downtown Charter

Ucp Downtown Charter is a public elementary school in Orlando, FL, part of ORANGE. Ucp Downtown Charter serves approximately 179 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Ucp Downtown Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 out of 10 and ranks #3,751 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for Ucp Downtown Charter show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024).

How it compares4.0 pts below district
  • This school 2.7 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 6.7
  • FL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

At 179 students, Ucp Downtown Charter is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Ucp Downtown Charter is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

45% of students at Ucp Downtown Charter 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress1.2Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data10
Annual Change-3.64 pts/yr
Data Period2014–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics1.6Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency11.5% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency7.5% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg-49 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-47.7 pts
Overall Proficiency10% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected-39.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile2th
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,656
Chronic Absenteeism44.7%

Ucp Downtown Charter — Students at Ucp Downtown Charter score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

55.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 16.4% (multi-year average, 2014-2024)
School
State
59.2% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 15.7% (multi-year average, 2014-2024)
School
State
54.0% (2024 FAST)

Based on 22 test records from FL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2014
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2015
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2016
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2017
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2018
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2019
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2021*
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2022
Math
17.9%
ELA
17.9%
2024
Math
11.5%
ELA
7.5%

* 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: 1.2/10.

How Ucp Downtown Charter Compares

See how Ucp Downtown Charter performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
2.7/10
1th percentile in FL
Academic
1.6/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
1.2/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.3/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
55%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
15 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
44.7%

Location

4680 LAKE UNDERHILL RD, Orlando, FL 32807

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ucp Downtown Charter may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BALDWIN PARK ELEMENTARY (rated 8.5/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DOVER SHORES ELEMENTARY (rated 7.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LAKE COMO SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Orlando, see our Orlando schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
BETA Orlando 0.0 mi 7.4
CHRISTIAN VICTORY ACADEMY Orlando 0.3 mi 6.9
DOVER SHORES ELEMENTARY Orlando 0.7 mi 7.3
BEST MEMORIES ACADEMY Orlando 0.9 mi
PASSPORT CHARTER Orlando 1.0 mi 6.2
AZALEA PARK ELEMENTARY Orlando 0.9 mi 7.1
ORLANDO CHRISTIAN PREP Orlando 1.0 mi 6.9
AZALEA PARK BAPTIST SCHOOL Orlando 1.2 mi 7.4
BRIDGEPREP ACADEMY CHARTER Miami 1.3 mi 5.8
LITTLE STEPS ACADEMY Orlando 1.4 mi 6.0
TDR LEARNING ACADEMY Orlando 1.4 mi 4.8
CENTRAL FLORIDA LEADERSHIP ACADEMY CHARTER Orlando 1.5 mi 5.6
UNITED CHRISTIAN ACADEMY PREPARATORY SCHOOL Orlando 1.6 mi 7.1
ROBERTO CLEMENTE MIDDLE Orlando 1.5 mi 4.9
GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC SCHOOL Orlando 1.6 mi 6.9
ACCELERATION EAST Orlando 1.7 mi 7.3
LAKE COMO SCHOOL Orlando 1.5 mi 7.2
ENGELWOOD ELEMENTARY Orlando 1.6 mi 5.8
ACCESS CHARTER Orlando 1.9 mi 4.1
BALDWIN PARK ELEMENTARY Orlando 2.0 mi 8.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 32807 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,583

Median Home Value

$247,700

Median Rent

$1,471/mo

Population

34,933

College Educated

25%

Homeownership

50.1%

Avg Commute

29.8 min

Poverty Rate

13.1%

Median Age

36.3

Similar Schools

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School Rating
BRIDGE PREP ACADEMY OF PALM BEACH Delray Beach, FL 2.8
VILLAGE OF EXCELLENCE ACADEMY Tampa, FL 2.8
JACKIE HARRIS PREPARATORY ACADEMY Pensacola, FL 2.9
ST. AUGUSTINE PUBLIC MONTESSORI SCHOOL (SAPMS) St. Augustine, FL 2.5
ANNIE R. MORGAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville, FL 3.0
THE LEARNING CENTER Royal Palm Beach, FL 3.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ucp Downtown Charter

What grades does Ucp Downtown Charter serve?

Ucp Downtown Charter serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Ucp Downtown Charter?

Ucp Downtown Charter has an enrollment of approximately 179 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ucp Downtown Charter?

The student-teacher ratio at Ucp Downtown Charter is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ucp Downtown Charter rank in FL?

Ucp Downtown Charter ranks #3,751 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Ucp Downtown Charter's MySchoolScout rating?

Ucp Downtown Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 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 Ucp Downtown Charter?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ucp Downtown Charter has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024).

Is Ucp Downtown Charter a charter school?

Yes, Ucp Downtown Charter is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Ucp Downtown Charter a Title I school?

No, Ucp Downtown Charter is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ucp Downtown Charter?

55.3% of students at Ucp Downtown Charter 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
27 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
25 Some Transit
Bike Score
65 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
179
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Free/Reduced Lunch
55.3%
Type
alternative
Setting
Large City
County
Orange County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
44.7%

District

ORANGE
District Enrollment
206,815
Schools in District
275
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,656
District Rank
#258 of 258

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