Serving 841 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Apopka Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 841 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Apopka Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Apopka Elementary School's student population of 841 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
841 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Apopka Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Apopka Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#1209 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
39%
37%
Black
36%
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
49%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Apopka Elementary School's ranking?
Apopka Elementary School is ranked #1209 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Apopka Elementary School often compared to?
Apopka Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clay Springs Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Apopka Elementary School?
841 students attend Apopka Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Apopka Elementary School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are Black, 18% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Apopka Elementary School?
Apopka Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Apopka Elementary School offer ?
Apopka Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Apopka Elementary School part of?
Apopka Elementary School is part of Orange School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Presidents' Day/Teacher Non-Work Day Schools Closed/District Offices Open
February 17, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break Schools Closed/District Offices Open
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
End of Fourth Marking Period/ Last Day of School
May 28, 2025 (Wednesday)
First Day of School
August 11, 2025 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
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