Tangelo Park Elementary School

5115 Anzio St
Orlando, FL 32819
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 481 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Tangelo Park Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 481 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 97%
  • : Bottom 50% in FL
  • : 17% (Btm 50%)
  • : 17% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Tangelo Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:

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School Overview

Tangelo Park Elementary School's student population of 481 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
481 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
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School Rankings

Tangelo Park Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tangelo Park Elementary School is 0.44, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
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State Level (FL)
#3551 out of 3655 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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17%
48%
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17%
52%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
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American Indian
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Asian
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3%
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Hispanic
25%
36%
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Black
71%
21%
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White
3%
36%
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Hawaiian
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Two or more races
1%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.44
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
50%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
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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 Tangelo Park Elementary School's ranking?
Tangelo Park Elementary School is ranked #3551 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Tangelo Park Elementary School often compared to?
Tangelo Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dr. Phillips Elementary School, Palm Lake Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Tangelo Park Elementary School?
481 students attend Tangelo Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Tangelo Park Elementary School students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tangelo Park Elementary School?
Tangelo Park Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Tangelo Park Elementary School offer ?
Tangelo Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Tangelo Park Elementary School part of?
Tangelo Park Elementary School is part of Orange School District.

School Reviews

4   4/14/2023
This school has come a LONG way from what it used to be. The new principal has made many changes in tackling negative behaviors. Tangelo Park also has various family night events where students with their parents are welcome to join and partake in wonderful activities and meet the faculty and admin. Students feel safe and welcome in the school. Go to the school and get acquainted with the staff, you won't be disappointed!!
- Posted by Parent - Ami

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 481 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 97%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 17% (Btm 50%)
  • : 17% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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