Summary
Rosemont Elementary is a public school in Orlando, FL, serving 640 students in grades PK-5 within the Orange district, and it is located in a community where about 78% of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This school is a standout for its impressive and consistent academic improvement over the last five years, climbing from the 9th percentile in state rankings to the 44th percentile and earning a 2-star rating for three consecutive years. Notably, its 4th-grade English Language Arts proficiency rate (64%) now exceeds both the district (62%) and state (60%) averages, a rare achievement among nearby schools with similar demographics.
When compared to its peers, Rosemont shows a unique combination of rising test scores and efficient spending. While schools like Lockhart Elementary and Rolling Hills Elementary spend thousands more per student ($15,221 and $15,067, respectively), Rosemont achieves better results with just $11,897 per student. Its chronic absenteeism rate, while still high at 39.2%, has dropped significantly from 49.2% two years ago, a positive trend that likely supports its academic gains. However, the school's progress is uneven—math scores are generally strong, but English Language Arts results are more volatile, especially in 5th grade, suggesting the school is still working to stabilize its literacy instruction.
An interesting nearby comparison is Mollie Ray Elementary, just 2.32 miles away, which shares a similar demographic profile (82% free/reduced lunch) but has seen an explosive turnaround, jumping from the 24th to the 76th percentile in one year. This shows that dramatic improvement is possible in this community, setting a benchmark for Rosemont. Overall, Rosemont is a "rising star" in the Pine Hills area, offering improving academics and efficient resource use, though it still faces challenges in creating a stable, school-wide approach to literacy.
Thank you for your feedback!