For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 4,965 students in 32817, FL (there are 3 private schools, serving 401 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 32817, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 32817, FL are Arbor Ridge K-8, Riverdale Elementary School and University High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 32817 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 32817, FL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32817, FL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Arbor Ridge K-8
Magnet School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2900 Logandale Dr
Orlando, FL 32817
(407) 672-3110
Orlando, FL 32817
(407) 672-3110
Gr: PK-8 | 756 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #22.
Riverdale Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
11301 Lokanotosa Trl
Orlando, FL 32817
(407) 737-1400
Orlando, FL 32817
(407) 737-1400
Gr: PK-5 | 566 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #33.
University High School
Magnet School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2450 Cougar Way
Orlando, FL 32817
(407) 482-8700
Orlando, FL 32817
(407) 482-8700
Gr: 9-12 | 2,514 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #44.
Ucp Bailes Community Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4780 Data Ct
Orlando, FL 32817
(407) 852-3300
Orlando, FL 32817
(407) 852-3300
Gr: K-8 | 469 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #55.
Union Park Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1844 Westfall Dr
Orlando, FL 32817
(407) 249-6309
Orlando, FL 32817
(407) 249-6309
Gr: 6-8 | 660 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
32817, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Einstein Montessori Academy Charter (Closed 2014)
Charter School
10301 Colonial Dr
Orlando, FL 32817
(321) 631-9876
Orlando, FL 32817
(321) 631-9876
Gr: 3-8 | 40 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 32817, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 32817, FL include Arbor Ridge K-8, Riverdale Elementary School and University High School.
How many public schools are located in 32817?
5 public schools are located in 32817.
What percentage of students in 32817 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 32817 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 32817?
32817 public schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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