Serving 402 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cheney Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 50% (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 86% 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: 402 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cheney Elementary School's student population of 402 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
402 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cheney 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 Cheney Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#1463 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
65%
37%
Black
16%
21%
White
14%
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
68%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
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 Cheney Elementary School's ranking?
Cheney Elementary School is ranked #1463 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Cheney Elementary School often compared to?
Cheney Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Azalea Park Elementary School, Aloma 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 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Cheney Elementary School?
402 students attend Cheney Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Cheney Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 14% 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 Cheney Elementary School?
Cheney Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cheney Elementary School offer ?
Cheney Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Cheney Elementary School part of?
Cheney Elementary School is part of Orange School District.
School Calendar
View the Cheney Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
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)
Presidents' Day/Teacher Non-Workday / Schools Closed / District Offices Open
February 16, 2026 (Monday)
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