Serving 620 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ventura 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 26% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (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 90% 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: 620 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ventura Elementary School's student population of 620 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
620 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ventura 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 Ventura Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#3075 out of 3655 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
72%
36%
Black
15%
21%
White
10%
36%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Ventura Elementary School's ranking?
Ventura Elementary School is ranked #3075 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Ventura Elementary School often compared to?
Ventura Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Three Points Elementary School, Chickasaw Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Ventura Elementary School?
620 students attend Ventura Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Ventura Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ventura Elementary School?
Ventura Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Ventura Elementary School offer ?
Ventura Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Ventura Elementary School part of?
Ventura Elementary School is part of Orange School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
End of Fourth Marking Period / Last Day of School
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
School Reviews
1 3/20/2020
Unprofessional school and rude in the front office, especially then two Latin lady's in the front.
5 3/2/2019
Such a awesome school teachers there are determine there to help you learn nicely
5 7/27/2012
I do recommend this school, my daughter was there for Kindergarten, I think the teachers do put a lot of effort in teaching the children the best they can, All the teachers seem genuinely devoted to teaching they are always smiling and treat the children gently and nice
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