Below Average
#2911 of 3,778 schools in FL
Waterbridge Elementary
Elementary School · ORANGE
11100 GALVIN DR, Orlando, FL 32837
Enrollment
551
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
551
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,911 of 3,778
In Orlando
#148 of 192
public schools
In district
#204 of 258
ORANGE
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About Waterbridge Elementary
Waterbridge Elementary is a public elementary school in Orlando, FL, part of ORANGE. Waterbridge Elementary serves approximately 551 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Waterbridge Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,911 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Waterbridge Elementary show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 6.7
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Waterbridge 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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Waterbridge Elementary — Students at Waterbridge Elementary score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
49.2%
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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 3.5/10.
How Waterbridge Elementary Compares
See how Waterbridge 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
11100 GALVIN DR, Orlando, FL 32837
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Waterbridge Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WETHERBEE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.1/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is RENAISSANCE CHARTER SCHOOL AT HUNTERS CREEK (rated 8.0/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SOUTHWOOD ELEMENTARY (rated 7.5/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Orlando, see our Orlando schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FREEDOM MIDDLE Orlando | 0.6 mi | 3.1 |
| FREEDOM HIGH Orlando | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| KIDS NOW ACADEMY I Orlando | 0.7 mi | — |
| REGENCY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Orlando | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| STARCHILD ACADEMY Orlando | 1.3 mi | — |
| RAISING KNOWLEDGE ACADEMY INC. Orlando | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| JOHN YOUNG ELEMENTARY Orlando | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| IBN SEENA ACADEMY Orlando | 2.3 mi | 7.4 |
| HUNTERS CREEK MIDDLE Orlando | 2.9 mi | 5.9 |
| SOUTHWOOD ELEMENTARY Orlando | 2.7 mi | 7.5 |
| ENDEAVOR ELEMENTARY Orlando | 3.0 mi | 6.0 |
| MONTESSORI WAY SCHOOL Orlando | 3.2 mi | 7.1 |
| RENAISSANCE CHARTER SCHOOL AT HUNTERS CREEK Orlando | 3.2 mi | 8.0 |
| CYPRESS CREEK HIGH Orlando | 3.0 mi | 4.9 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF ORLANDO Orlando | 3.2 mi | 5.2 |
| HUNTERS CREEK ELEMENTARY Orlando | 3.4 mi | 6.2 |
| LIVING WORD ACADEMY Orlando | 3.4 mi | 7.1 |
| CHANGING LIVES ACADEMY INC. Orlando | 3.9 mi | 7.8 |
| PINE CASTLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Orlando | 3.9 mi | 7.9 |
| WETHERBEE ELEMENTARY Orlando | 3.6 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32837 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,649
Median Home Value
$365,100
Median Rent
$1,905/mo
Population
49,889
College Educated
40.5%
Homeownership
57.9%
Avg Commute
29.1 min
Poverty Rate
12.6%
Median Age
41.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| APALACHEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tallahassee, FL | 4.9 |
| DEERFIELD BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Deerfield Beach, FL | 4.9 |
| DILLARD STREET ELEMENTARY Winter Garden, FL | 4.9 |
| DR. NE ROBERTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lakeland, FL | 4.9 |
| ECCLESTON ELEMENTARY Orlando, FL | 4.9 |
| GERALD ADAMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Key West, FL | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Waterbridge Elementary
What grades does Waterbridge Elementary serve?
Waterbridge Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Waterbridge Elementary?
Waterbridge Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 551 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Waterbridge Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Waterbridge Elementary is 17.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Waterbridge Elementary rank in FL?
Waterbridge Elementary ranks #2,911 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Waterbridge Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Waterbridge Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Waterbridge Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Waterbridge Elementary has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Waterbridge Elementary a charter school?
No, Waterbridge Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Waterbridge Elementary a Title I school?
No, Waterbridge Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Waterbridge Elementary?
49.2% of students at Waterbridge 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
- 551
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 49.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.0%
- Phone
- (407) 858-3190
Resources & Links
District
ORANGE- District Enrollment
- 206,815
- Schools in District
- 275
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,656
- District Rank
- #204 of 258
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