Serving 532 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Waterford Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 61% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 532 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Waterford Elementary serves the eastern part of Orlando, FL, covering an area of approximately 2.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the attendance zone takes about 5-10 minutes, with an average distance of 0.7 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest edge located 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waterford Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Waterford Elementary School's student population of 532 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
532 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Waterford Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waterford Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#875 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
55%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
27%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.5%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. 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 Waterford Elementary School's ranking?
Waterford Elementary School is ranked #875 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Waterford Elementary School often compared to?
Waterford Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sunrise Elementary School, Avalon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Waterford Elementary School?
532 students attend Waterford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Waterford Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waterford Elementary School?
Waterford Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Waterford Elementary School offer ?
Waterford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waterford Elementary School part of?
Waterford Elementary School is part of Orange School District.
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