Serving 532 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Southwood Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 65% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 532 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southwood Elementary School's student population of 532 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
532 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Southwood Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southwood Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#984 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
58%
37%
Black
17%
21%
White
17%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southwood Elementary School's ranking?
Southwood Elementary School is ranked #984 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Southwood Elementary School often compared to?
Southwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wetherbee Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Southwood Elementary School?
532 students attend Southwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Southwood Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 17% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southwood Elementary School?
Southwood Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Southwood Elementary School offer ?
Southwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Southwood Elementary School part of?
Southwood Elementary School is part of Orange School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
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)
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