Serving 621 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Osceola Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (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 51% 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 621 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Osceola Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Osceola Elementary School's student population of 621 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
621 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Osceola Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Osceola Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#218 out of 3704 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
41%
37%
Black
5%
21%
White
49%
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
32%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Osceola Elementary School's ranking?
Osceola Elementary School is ranked #218 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Osceola Elementary School often compared to?
Osceola Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Big Cypress Elementary School, Vineyards Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Osceola Elementary School?
621 students attend Osceola Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Osceola Elementary School students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Osceola Elementary School?
Osceola Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Osceola Elementary School offer ?
Osceola Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Osceola Elementary School part of?
Osceola Elementary School is part of Collier School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Fall Break - No School
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
Spring Break - No School
March 10, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day for Students / Early Dismissal
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
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