Average
#1812 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 48% in state
Ventura Elementary School
Elementary School · OSCEOLA
275 WATERS EDGE DR, Kissimmee, FL 34743
Enrollment
775
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
775
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,812 of 3,778
In Kissimmee
#10 of 51
public schools
In district
#24 of 76
OSCEOLA
Academic growth
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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About Ventura Elementary School
Ventura Elementary School is a public elementary school in Kissimmee, FL, part of OSCEOLA. Ventura Elementary School serves approximately 775 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Ventura Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,812 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Ventura Elementary School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at Ventura Elementary School 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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Ventura Elementary School — Students at Ventura Elementary School score 45% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
59.4%
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: 7.5/10.
How Ventura Elementary School Compares
See how Ventura Elementary School 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
275 WATERS EDGE DR, Kissimmee, FL 34743
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ventura Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WYNDHAM LAKES ELEMENTARY (rated 8.1/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Orlando), which scores notably higher. Another option is OAKSHIRE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.1/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Orlando), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LINCOLN-MARTI CHARTER SCHOOLS(OSCEOLA CAMPUS) (rated 7.7/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Miami), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kissimmee, see our Kissimmee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PIECE OF HEAVEN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY INC Kissimmee | 0.8 mi | 3.7 |
| BOGGY CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kissimmee | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| WYNDHAM LAKES ELEMENTARY Orlando | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| CENTRAL POINTE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kissimmee | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
| CYPRESS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kissimmee | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| PARKWAY MIDDLE SCHOOL Kissimmee | 1.6 mi | 4.0 |
| STONEWYCK ELEMENTARY Orlando | 1.9 mi | 7.4 |
| IBCK EDUCATIONAL CENTER Kissimmee | 2.0 mi | 4.7 |
| LINCOLN-MARTI CHARTER SCHOOLS(OSCEOLA CAMPUS) Miami | 2.2 mi | 7.7 |
| SOUTHLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Kissimmee | 2.2 mi | 5.7 |
| KISSIMMEE CHARTER ACADEMY Kissimmee | 2.1 mi | 4.0 |
| PROFESSIONAL & TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL Kissimmee | 2.5 mi | 8.0 |
| MEADOW WOODS MIDDLE Orlando | 2.5 mi | 5.2 |
| OAKSHIRE ELEMENTARY Orlando | 2.3 mi | 8.1 |
| MILL CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kissimmee | 2.4 mi | 3.9 |
| HOSPITAL/HOMEBOUND PROGRAM Kissimmee | 2.7 mi | — |
| DENN JOHN MIDDLE SCHOOL Kissimmee | 2.6 mi | 4.2 |
| HERITAGE PARK ACADEMY Kissimmee | 2.8 mi | 5.3 |
| SPORTS LEADERSHIP ARTS MANAGEMENT (SLAM) Kissimmee | 2.8 mi | 9.1 |
| GATEWAY HIGH SCHOOL Kissimmee | 2.9 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 34743 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,186
Median Home Value
$277,700
Median Rent
$1,738/mo
Population
40,656
College Educated
19.9%
Homeownership
70.1%
Avg Commute
32 min
Poverty Rate
12.8%
Median Age
38
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|---|---|
| BAYSHORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bradenton, FL | 6.4 |
| CLAY SPRINGS ELEMENTARY Apopka, FL | 6.4 |
| DIAMOND VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Greenacres, FL | 6.4 |
| EGYPT LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa, FL | 6.4 |
| ERNEST R. GRAHAM K-8 ACADEMY Hialeah, FL | 6.4 |
| FOREST LAKE EDUCATION CENTER Longwood, FL | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ventura Elementary School
What grades does Ventura Elementary School serve?
Ventura Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Ventura Elementary School?
Ventura Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 775 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ventura Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ventura Elementary School is 18.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ventura Elementary School rank in FL?
Ventura Elementary School ranks #1,812 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Ventura Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ventura Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ventura Elementary School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ventura Elementary School a charter school?
No, Ventura Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ventura Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Ventura Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ventura Elementary School?
59.4% of students at Ventura Elementary School 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 775
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Osceola County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.3%
- Phone
- (407) 344-5040
Resources & Links
District
OSCEOLA- District Enrollment
- 74,289
- Schools in District
- 86
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,383
- District Rank
- #24 of 76
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