Serving 523 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Osteen Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher 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 47% 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: 523 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Osteen Elementary School serves the southeast part of its school district in Osteen, FL, covering an attendance area of approximately 159.4 square miles. Families typically experience a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the average distance to the edge of the zone being about 9.5 miles and the furthest edge located 21 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Osteen Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Osteen Elementary School's student population of 523 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
523 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Osteen Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Osteen Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#1286 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
35%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
7%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
53%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.5%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Osteen Elementary School's ranking?
Osteen Elementary School is ranked #1286 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Osteen Elementary School often compared to?
Osteen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sunrise Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Osteen Elementary School?
523 students attend Osteen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Osteen Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Osteen Elementary School?
Osteen Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Osteen Elementary School offer ?
Osteen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Osteen Elementary School part of?
Osteen 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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