Central Avenue Elementary School

500 W Columbia Ave
Kissimmee, FL 34741
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 529 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Central Avenue 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 38% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 529 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 89%
  • : Bottom 50% in FL
  • : 38% (Btm 50%)
  • : 26% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • : Central Avenue Elementary School serves the northwest area of Kissimmee, FL, encompassing approximately 5.1 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 4.2 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

School Overview

Central Avenue Elementary School's student population of 529 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
529 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓

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School Rankings

Central Avenue Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Avenue Elementary School is 0.47, 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.
This School
State Level (FL)
#3173 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)

Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

38%
52%

Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

26%
52%

Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

10-14%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1

Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓

Asian
1%
3%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
71%
38%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓

Black
14%
21%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓

White
11%
34%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
3%
4%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
89%
0.47

Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
66%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
42%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%

Showing 2007–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Central Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Central Avenue Elementary School is ranked #3173 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Central Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Central Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Highlands Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Central Avenue Elementary School?
529 students attend Central Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Central Avenue Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Avenue Elementary School?
Central Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Central Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Central Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Avenue Elementary School part of?
Central Avenue Elementary School is part of Osceola School District.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 529 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 89%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 38% (Btm 50%)
  • : 26% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • : Central Avenue Elementary School serves the northwest area of Kissimmee, FL, encompassing approximately 5.1 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 4.2 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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