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Ventura Elementary

Elementary School · ORANGE

4400 WOODGATE BLVD, Orlando, FL 32822

Enrollment

581

Student-Teacher

17.1:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#2,543 of 3,778

In Orlando

#124 of 192

public schools

In district

#172 of 258

ORANGE

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5.4/10

Elementary School in Orlando · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Ventura Elementary

Ventura Elementary is a public elementary school in Orlando, FL, part of ORANGE. Ventura Elementary serves approximately 581 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Ventura Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,543 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for Ventura Elementary show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.3 pts below district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • FL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

46% of students at Ventura 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.06 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency43.3% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency43.7% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg-17.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-11.5 pts
Overall Proficiency44% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected-1.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile39th
Resources & Environment5.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,656
Chronic Absenteeism46.1%

Ventura Elementary — Students at Ventura Elementary score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

64%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 42.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
58.1% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 40.9% (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

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
55%
ELA
63%
2010
Math
59%
ELA
54%
2011
Math
36%
ELA
36%
2012
Math
37%
ELA
40%
2013
ELA
55%
2014
Math
49%
ELA
44%
2015
Math
55%
ELA
35%
2016
Math
44%
ELA
36%
2017
Math
44%
ELA
33%
2018
Math
33%
ELA
31%
2019
Math
33%
ELA
31%
2020*
Math
26%
ELA
34%
2021*
Math
26%
ELA
34%
2022
Math
46.6%
ELA
38.6%
2024
Math
43.3%
ELA
43.7%

* 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: 5.4/10.

How Ventura Elementary Compares

See how Ventura Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.4/10
33th percentile in FL
Academic
5.6/10
Average
Growth
5.4/10
Average
Environment
5.3/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
64%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
46.1%

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

4400 WOODGATE BLVD, Orlando, FL 32822

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ventura Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. VISTA POINTE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.9/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PINAR ELEMENTARY (rated 8.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, VISTA LAKES ELEMENTARY (rated 7.4/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Orlando, see our Orlando schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
THREE POINTS ELEMENTARY Orlando 1.1 mi 5.9
MICHAEL MCCOY ELEMENTARY Orlando 1.2 mi 6.7
LAKE GEORGE ELEMENTARY Orlando 1.1 mi 4.7
ACCELERATION EAST Orlando 1.5 mi 7.3
PINAR ELEMENTARY Orlando 1.5 mi 8.1
EDUCATIVE CENTER EL REDENTOR Orlando 1.7 mi 4.6
CHICKASAW ELEMENTARY Orlando 1.8 mi 5.8
RENAISSANCE CHARTER SCHOOL AT GOLDENROD Orlando 1.8 mi 7.3
TRACE ACADEMY Orlando 1.7 mi 6.6
ENGELWOOD ELEMENTARY Orlando 2.0 mi 5.8
BRIDGEPREP ACADEMY CHARTER Miami 2.0 mi 5.8
LIBERTY MIDDLE Orlando 1.8 mi 5.5
VISTA POINTE ELEMENTARY Orlando 2.1 mi 8.9
CONWAY MIDDLE Orlando 1.8 mi 3.9
CHRISTIAN VICTORY ACADEMY OF CENTRAL FL Orlando 1.9 mi 6.7
ROBERTO CLEMENTE MIDDLE Orlando 2.2 mi 4.9
PASSPORT CHARTER Orlando 2.2 mi 6.2
BEST MEMORIES ACADEMY Orlando 2.3 mi
SHENANDOAH ELEMENTARY Orlando 2.2 mi 5.5
VISTA LAKES ELEMENTARY Orlando 2.4 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 32822 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$52,944

Median Home Value

$222,000

Median Rent

$1,609/mo

Population

67,636

College Educated

26.3%

Homeownership

42.2%

Avg Commute

28.8 min

Poverty Rate

18%

Median Age

37.8

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EPIPHANY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Miami, FL 5.4
FOREST HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa, FL 5.4
FORT WHITE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort White, FL 5.4
HANS CHRISTIAN ANDERSEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rockledge, FL 5.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ventura Elementary

What grades does Ventura Elementary serve?

Ventura Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Ventura Elementary?

Ventura Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 581 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ventura Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Ventura Elementary is 17.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ventura Elementary rank in FL?

Ventura Elementary ranks #2,543 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Ventura Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Ventura Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Ventura Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ventura Elementary has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Ventura Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Ventura Elementary a Title I school?

No, Ventura Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ventura Elementary?

64.0% of students at Ventura 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
24 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
26 Some Transit
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
581
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
64.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Orange County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
46.1%

District

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

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