Serving 721 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Orlando Science Elementary Charter ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (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 81% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 721 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- 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 721 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
721 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Orlando Science Elementary Charter ranks within the top 5% of all 3,662 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
#177 out of 3662 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
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
34%
3%
Hispanic
20%
38%
Black
19%
21%
White
19%
34%
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
21%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orlando Science Elementary Charter's ranking?
Orlando Science Elementary Charter is ranked #177 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% 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?
721 students attend Orlando Science Elementary Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Orlando Science Elementary Charter students are Asian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, 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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