Serving 399 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sally Ride 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 38% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 399 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sally Ride Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Sally Ride Elementary School's student population of 399 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
399 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Motto
We are committed to excellence and with your support I know we will continue to provide the academic quality your children deserve.
School Rankings
Sally Ride 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 Sally Ride Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#2365 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
64%
38%
Black
14%
21%
White
15%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sally Ride Elementary School's ranking?
Sally Ride Elementary School is ranked #2365 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Sally Ride Elementary School often compared to?
Sally Ride Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Meadow Woods Elementary School, Oakshire Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Sally Ride Elementary School?
399 students attend Sally Ride Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Sally Ride Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sally Ride Elementary School?
Sally Ride Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sally Ride Elementary School offer ?
Sally Ride Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sally Ride Elementary School part of?
Sally Ride Elementary School is part of Orange School District.
In what neighborhood is Sally Ride Elementary School located?
Sally Ride Elementary School is located in the Southeast Orlando neighborhood of Orlando, FL. There are 3 other public schools located in Southeast Orlando.
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