Serving 407 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Phillis Wheatley 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 45-49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower 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 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 407 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Phyllis Wheatley Elementary serves the northwest part of Apopka, FL, covering an area of approximately 16.8 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive to the school of 10 to 12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Phillis Wheatley Elementary School's student population of 407 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
407 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
'Under Construction! Building Brighter Futures!'
School Rankings
Phillis Wheatley 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 Phillis Wheatley Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#2595 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
30%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
62%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
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)45.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Phillis Wheatley Elementary School's ranking?
Phillis Wheatley Elementary School is ranked #2595 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Phillis Wheatley Elementary School often compared to?
Phillis Wheatley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Apopka Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Phillis Wheatley Elementary School?
407 students attend Phillis Wheatley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Phillis Wheatley Elementary School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Phillis Wheatley Elementary School?
Phillis Wheatley Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Phillis Wheatley Elementary School offer ?
Phillis Wheatley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Phillis Wheatley Elementary School part of?
Phillis Wheatley Elementary School is part of Orange School District.
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