Serving 638 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dr. Phillips 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 72% (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 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 638 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Dr. Phillips Elementary serves the west part of Orlando, FL, covering an area of approximately 7.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 1.6 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 2.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr. Phillips Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Dr. Phillips Elementary School's student population of 638 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
638 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dr. Phillips Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr. Phillips Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#567 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
3%
Hispanic
33%
38%
Black
6%
21%
White
48%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Flying Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr. Phillips Elementary School's ranking?
Dr. Phillips Elementary School is ranked #567 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Dr. Phillips Elementary School often compared to?
Dr. Phillips Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bay Meadows Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% 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 Dr. Phillips Elementary School?
638 students attend Dr. Phillips Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Dr. Phillips Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr. Phillips Elementary School?
Dr. Phillips Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dr. Phillips Elementary School offer ?
Dr. Phillips Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dr. Phillips Elementary School part of?
Dr. Phillips Elementary School is part of Orange School District.
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