Summary:
The 32174 zip code in Ormond Beach, Florida, is home to six schools within the Volusia County School District, serving approximately 3,456 students across four elementary schools, one middle school, and one specialized high school.
The standout school in the area is Ormond Beach Elementary School, a 5-star institution ranked in the 96th percentile statewide. It consistently outperforms district and state averages in math and science, despite having the highest percentage of economically disadvantaged students (52%) among the local elementary schools. This makes it a high-performing, high-poverty school that defies expectations. In contrast, Pathways Elementary School spends the most per student ($11,802) and has the best student-teacher ratio (14.1:1), yet ranks lower (72nd percentile) than Pine Trail Elementary School (80th percentile) and Tomoka Elementary School (70th percentile), which spend less. Ormond Beach Middle School excels in advanced math, with 100% proficiency in Geometry and 78% in Algebra 1, but struggles with grade-level math, where only 34% of 7th graders were proficient. Chronic absenteeism is a concern at the middle school (32.2%), while Pine Trail Elementary has the best attendance (19.6%). Pace Center For Girls is a specialized outlier with only 30 students, a 90% free/reduced lunch rate, and no test scores, serving a critical at-risk population.
Overall, the 32174 schools offer a mix of exceptional elementary options and a middle school that is a math powerhouse but needs support in core subjects. The data reveals that spending does not always correlate with performance, as Ormond Beach Elementary achieves top results with moderate funding. Parents should note the strong elementary choices, particularly Ormond Beach Elementary and Pine Trail, while being aware of the middle school's chronic absenteeism and the specialized support available at Pace Center For Girls.
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