Serving 594 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Orange City 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 42% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 594 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Orange City Elementary School serves the southwest part of Orange City, FL, covering an area of approximately 10.5 square miles. Families typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Orange City Elementary School's student population of 594 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
594 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
All students learn at Orange City School where CPR: Cooperation, Pride and Respect, brings us to life and helps us to do our best!
School Rankings
Orange City 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 Orange City Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#2481 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
28%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
52%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Roadrunner
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orange City Elementary School's ranking?
Orange City Elementary School is ranked #2481 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Orange City Elementary School often compared to?
Orange City Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Manatee Cove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Orange City Elementary School?
594 students attend Orange City Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Orange City Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Orange City Elementary School?
Orange City Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Orange City Elementary School offer ?
Orange City Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Orange City Elementary School part of?
Orange City Elementary School is part of Volusia School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School for Students
May 26, 2027 (Wednesday)
Last Day of School for Teachers
May 28, 2027 (Friday)
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