Summary:
Zip code 32833 in Orlando, Florida, is served by two public schools within the Orange district: Wedgefield School (grades PK-8) and East River High (grades 9-12), presenting a clear contrast in performance and environment.
Wedgefield School is the standout in this area, earning a 4-star rating and consistently outperforming district and state averages in nearly every subject, including 87% proficiency in Algebra 1 and 80% in 3rd grade ELA. It also boasts a low chronic absenteeism rate of 20.9% and a favorable student-teacher ratio of 17.1:1. However, a concerning anomaly is a dramatic drop in 7th grade math proficiency to just 16%, which warrants investigation. In contrast, East River High is a 3-star school with a mixed profile: it has an excellent 96.8% graduation rate and strong scores in US History (84%), but struggles with foundational math, achieving only 32% proficiency in Algebra 1. The most alarming statistic is its 51% chronic absenteeism rate, far exceeding state averages, which likely contributes to its lower academic performance.
Overall, families in zip code 32833 face a tale of two schools. Wedgefield School provides a strong, supportive foundation for elementary and middle school students, while East River High excels at graduating students but struggles with core academic mastery and attendance. The transition between these schools may be challenging, as Wedgefield’s students move to a larger high school with higher poverty rates (38.1% free/reduced lunch) and fewer resources per student ($10,064 vs. $11,042). This data suggests that while East River High focuses on completion, Wedgefield School emphasizes proficiency, creating a significant shift in educational experience for students in this zip code.
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