Serving 1,268 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Water Spring Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 1,268 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Water Spring Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Water Spring Elementary School's student population of 1,268 students has grown by 80% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has grown by 60% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,268 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
School Rankings
Water Spring Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Water Spring Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#644 out of 3704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
54%
37%
Black
4%
21%
White
30%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Water Spring Elementary School's ranking?
Water Spring Elementary School is ranked #644 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Water Spring Elementary School often compared to?
Water Spring Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Independence Elementary School, Thornebrooke Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Water Spring Elementary School?
1,268 students attend Water Spring Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Water Spring Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Water Spring Elementary School?
Water Spring Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Water Spring Elementary School offer ?
Water Spring Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Water Spring Elementary School part of?
Water Spring Elementary School is part of Orange School District.
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