Serving 586 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Orangewood 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% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 586 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orangewood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Orangewood Elementary School's student population of 586 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
586 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Motto
Inspiring a passion for learning through leadership
School Rankings
Orangewood 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 Orangewood Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#2256 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
45%
37%
Black
32%
21%
White
18%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orangewood Elementary School's ranking?
Orangewood Elementary School is ranked #2256 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Orangewood Elementary School often compared to?
Orangewood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Allen Park Elementary School, Edison Park Creative And Expressive Arts School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Orangewood Elementary School?
586 students attend Orangewood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Orangewood Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 18% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Orangewood Elementary School?
Orangewood Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Orangewood Elementary School offer ?
Orangewood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Orangewood Elementary School part of?
Orangewood Elementary School is part of Lee School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2025 (Thursday)
Spring Break
March 16, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day for Students
June 01, 2026 (Monday)
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