Serving 451 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cheney Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 451 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cheney Elementary School's student population of 451 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
451 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cheney Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cheney Elementary School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1625 out of 3655 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
59%
36%
Black
18%
21%
White
19%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cheney Elementary School's ranking?
Cheney Elementary School is ranked #1625 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Cheney Elementary School often compared to?
Cheney Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Azalea Park Elementary School, Aloma Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Cheney Elementary School?
451 students attend Cheney Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Cheney Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 18% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cheney Elementary School?
Cheney Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Cheney Elementary School offer ?
Cheney Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Cheney Elementary School part of?
Cheney Elementary School is part of Orange School District.
School Calendar
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Date
End of Fourth Marking Period / Last Day of School
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
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