Serving 717 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Orlando Science Elementary Charter ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 717 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orlando Science Elementary Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Orlando Science Elementary Charter's student population of 717 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
717 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Orlando Science Elementary Charter ranks within the top 10% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orlando Science Elementary Charter is 0.78, which is more 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
#228 out of 3704 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
33%
3%
Hispanic
21%
37%
Black
18%
21%
White
20%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Orlando Science Elementary Charter's ranking?
Orlando Science Elementary Charter is ranked #228 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Orlando Science Elementary Charter?
717 students attend Orlando Science Elementary Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Orlando Science Elementary Charter students are Asian, 21% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 18% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Orlando Science Elementary Charter?
Orlando Science Elementary Charter has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Orlando Science Elementary Charter offer ?
Orlando Science Elementary Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Orlando Science Elementary Charter part of?
Orlando Science Elementary Charter is part of Orange School District.
In what neighborhood is Orlando Science Elementary Charter located?
Orlando Science Elementary Charter is located in the West Colonial neighborhood of Orlando, FL.
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