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#1661 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 44% in state
Zellwood Elementary
Elementary School · ORANGE
3551 WASHINGTON ST, Zellwood, FL 32798
Enrollment
529
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
529
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,661 of 3,778
In district
#102 of 258
ORANGE
School environment
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Zellwood Elementary
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About Zellwood Elementary
Zellwood Elementary is a public elementary school in Zellwood, FL, part of ORANGE. Zellwood Elementary serves approximately 529 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Zellwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,661 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Zellwood Elementary show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- FL avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Zellwood Elementary — Students at Zellwood Elementary score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
59.9%
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: 6.2/10.
How Zellwood Elementary Compares
See how Zellwood 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
3551 WASHINGTON ST, Zellwood, FL 32798
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Zellwood Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ROUND LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.6/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Mount Dora), which scores notably higher. Another option is APOPKA ELEMENTARY (rated 8.3/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Apopka), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KELLY PARK SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Apopka), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Zellwood, see our Zellwood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HAMPDEN DUBOSE ACADEMY Zellwood | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| TANGERINE SCHOOLHOUSE Mount Dora | 2.6 mi | — |
| WOLF LAKE ELEMENTARY Apopka | 3.5 mi | 7.9 |
| KELLY PARK SCHOOL Apopka | 3.8 mi | 8.1 |
| WOLF LAKE MIDDLE Apopka | 3.8 mi | 7.5 |
| MONTESSORI AT ROSEBOROUGH Mount Dora | 4.6 mi | 5.0 |
| ROUND LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mount Dora | 4.9 mi | 9.6 |
| MONTESSORI AT ROSEBOROUGH Mount Dora | 5.0 mi | 4.7 |
| MT. DORA HIGH SCHOOL Mount Dora | 5.1 mi | 5.1 |
| MT. DORA MIDDLE SCHOOL Mount Dora | 5.4 mi | 6.1 |
| DBA MOUNT DORA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mount Dora | 5.7 mi | 6.3 |
| APOPKA HIGH Apopka | 5.6 mi | 5.3 |
| APOPKA ELEMENTARY Apopka | 5.8 mi | 8.3 |
| ROCK SPRINGS ELEMENTARY Apopka | 5.7 mi | 5.7 |
| SORRENTO ELEMENTARY Sorrento | 6.4 mi | 6.5 |
| GATEWAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mount Dora | 6.8 mi | 7.6 |
| DREAM LAKE ELEMENTARY Apopka | 6.5 mi | 6.6 |
| HUNTINGTON LEARNING CENTER-APOPKA Apopka | 6.5 mi | — |
| APOPKA MIDDLE Apopka | 6.6 mi | 4.3 |
| TRIANGLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mount Dora | 7.0 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32798 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,337
Median Home Value
$148,300
Population
2,159
College Educated
15.6%
Homeownership
90.7%
Poverty Rate
4.4%
Median Age
67.1
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| BAYVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville, FL | 6.6 |
| BRADFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Starke, FL | 6.6 |
| CATALINA ELEMENTARY Orlando, FL | 6.6 |
| CHALLENGER 7 ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cocoa, FL | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Zellwood Elementary
What grades does Zellwood Elementary serve?
Zellwood Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Zellwood Elementary?
Zellwood Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 529 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Zellwood Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Zellwood Elementary is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Zellwood Elementary rank in FL?
Zellwood Elementary ranks #1,661 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Zellwood Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Zellwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Zellwood Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Zellwood Elementary has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Zellwood Elementary a charter school?
No, Zellwood Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Zellwood Elementary a Title I school?
No, Zellwood Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Zellwood Elementary?
59.9% of students at Zellwood 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
- 529
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.7%
- Phone
- (407) 884-2258
Resources & Links
District
ORANGE- District Enrollment
- 206,815
- Schools in District
- 275
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,656
- District Rank
- #102 of 258
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