Excellent
#451 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 12% in state
William S Maxey Elementary
Elementary School · ORANGE
602 E STORY ROAD, Winter Garden, FL 34787
Enrollment
508
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
508
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#451 of 3,778
In Winter Garden
#4 of 20
public schools
In district
#21 of 258
ORANGE
Equity
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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William S Maxey Elementary
Elementary School in Winter Garden · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About William S Maxey Elementary
William S Maxey Elementary is a public elementary school in Winter Garden, FL, part of ORANGE. William S Maxey Elementary serves approximately 508 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. William S Maxey Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #451 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for William S Maxey Elementary show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 6.7
- FL avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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William S Maxey Elementary — Students at William S Maxey Elementary score 65% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
58.5%
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: 8.7/10.
How William S Maxey Elementary Compares
See how William S Maxey 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
602 E STORY ROAD, Winter Garden, FL 34787
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering William S Maxey Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LAKE WHITNEY ELEMENTARY (rated 9.1/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is HOPE CHARTER (rated 8.8/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Ocoee), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, TILDENVILLE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 1.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Winter Garden, see our Winter Garden schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF WINTER GARDEN Winter Garden | 0.4 mi | — |
| THE KINGS ACADEMY Winter Garden | 0.9 mi | — |
| DILLARD STREET ELEMENTARY Winter Garden | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| UCP WEST ORANGE CHARTER Orlando | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| WEST ORANGE HIGH Winter Garden | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| STAR CHILD ACADEMY OF WINTER GARDEN Winter Garden | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| HOSPITAL HOMEBOUND Winter Garden | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| ESTEEM ACADEMY Winter Garden | 1.5 mi | — |
| ESE TRANSITION Winter Garden | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| FAMILY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Winter Garden | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| LAKEVIEW MIDDLE Winter Garden | 1.7 mi | 3.7 |
| FMI STEM ACADEMY Ocoee Fl | 2.0 mi | — |
| TILDENVILLE ELEMENTARY Winter Garden | 1.9 mi | 8.2 |
| SUNRIDGE ELEMENTARY Winter Garden | 2.1 mi | 7.8 |
| SUNRIDGE MIDDLE Winter Garden | 2.1 mi | 7.0 |
| OCOEE MIDDLE Ocoee | 2.1 mi | 4.0 |
| OCOEE ELEMENTARY Ocoee | 2.1 mi | 4.9 |
| ELISHA AMERICAN PERFORMING ARTS ACADEMY CHAYAL Winter Garden | 2.4 mi | — |
| LAKE WHITNEY ELEMENTARY Winter Garden | 2.5 mi | 9.1 |
| HOPE CHARTER Ocoee | 2.6 mi | 8.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 34787 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$114,988
Median Home Value
$475,000
Median Rent
$1,994/mo
Population
93,064
College Educated
49%
Homeownership
71.8%
Avg Commute
28.5 min
Poverty Rate
8.1%
Median Age
37.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about William S Maxey Elementary
What grades does William S Maxey Elementary serve?
William S Maxey Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend William S Maxey Elementary?
William S Maxey Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 508 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at William S Maxey Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at William S Maxey Elementary is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does William S Maxey Elementary rank in FL?
William S Maxey Elementary ranks #451 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is William S Maxey Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
William S Maxey Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 William S Maxey Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, William S Maxey Elementary has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is William S Maxey Elementary a charter school?
No, William S Maxey Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is William S Maxey Elementary a Title I school?
No, William S Maxey Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for William S Maxey Elementary?
58.5% of students at William S Maxey 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 508
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 58.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.0%
- Phone
- (407) 877-5020
Resources & Links
District
ORANGE- District Enrollment
- 206,815
- Schools in District
- 275
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,656
- District Rank
- #21 of 258
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