Ocoee Elementary

Ocoee Elementary is a public school in Ocoee, FL, serving 723 students in grades PK-5 as part of the Orange district, where over half of the students (56.57%) come from economically disadvantaged backgrounds.

Academically, Ocoee Elementary has consistently ranked in the bottom third of Florida elementary schools over the past decade, currently holding a 1-star rating. Its performance on state assessments is generally below both district and state averages across most subjects and grade levels. However, there is a notable bright spot: 5th-grade science scores have been a consistent exception, with proficiency rates (56%) meeting or exceeding the state average in recent years. The school also faces a significant challenge with chronic absenteeism, which, while improved from a peak of 40.5% in 2021-2022, remains high at 25.8% for the 2023-2024 school year.

When compared to nearby schools, the differences are stark. Just 1.77 miles away, Westbrooke Elementary serves a more affluent population (29.4% free/reduced lunch) and achieves a 4-star rating with proficiency rates often 30-40 percentage points higher. Similarly, Lake Whitney Elementary (5 stars) and Thornebrooke Elementary (5 stars) are top-performing options with much lower chronic absenteeism rates (9.5% and 16.5%, respectively). Interestingly, Hope Charter, located just 2.18 miles away, achieves exceptional results (4 stars) despite serving a similar demographic, suggesting that factors like school culture and instructional methods can be powerful drivers of success. For Ocoee Elementary, targeted interventions in early literacy and math, combined with a strong focus on improving attendance, are critical for improvement.