Serving 2,600 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Florida Virtual Elementary School ranks in the top 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 46% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 2,600 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Florida Virtual Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Florida Virtual Elementary School's student population of 2,600 students has grown by 139% over five school years.
The teacher population of 125 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,600 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
125 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Florida Virtual 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 Florida Virtual Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#1447 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
34%
37%
Black
14%
21%
White
39%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Florida Virtual Elementary School's ranking?
Florida Virtual Elementary School is ranked #1447 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Florida Virtual Elementary School?
2,600 students attend Florida Virtual Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Florida Virtual Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Florida Virtual Elementary School?
Florida Virtual Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Florida Virtual Elementary School offer ?
Florida Virtual Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Florida Virtual Elementary School part of?
Florida Virtual Elementary School is part of Fl Virtual School District.
In what neighborhood is Florida Virtual Elementary School located?
Florida Virtual Elementary School is located in the Southwest Orlando neighborhood of Orlando, FL. There are 17 other public schools located in Southwest Orlando.
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