2024 Best Public Elementary Schools in the Orlando Area (2024)

  1. #1 Best Public Elementary Schools in Orlando AreaChoices in Learning Charter SchoolSeminole County Public Schools, FL·K-5·Rating 5 out of 5 4 reviewsParent: My God is this a choice I'm so thankful I made for my daughter. CIL is just about as perfect as it can get for an elementary school. Dr. Rodriguez is the best principal and leader we could have asked for. Instead of being uninvolved and riding a desk, he's directing traffic, cleaning, and in the classrooms among many other things. The teachers treat the children as if they were their own. They provide academic guidance and developmental guidance alike. You can tell they love their jobs and want to be there. The school uses Johns Hopkins Success for All program that teaches the children real world collaborative skills while accessing each student independently. They offer myriad clubs from yoga and cross country to little medical school, chess club, drama, chorus, coding and more. My only ask is for a middle school age a high school! Choices in Learning is a family in so grateful to be a part of.... Read 4 reviewsgradeAOverall Niche GradeStudents 680Student-teacher ratio 16:1#1 Best Public Elementary Schools in Orlando Area.Choices in Learning Charter SchoolBlue checkmark.Seminole County Public Schools, FL,K-5,4 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.Featured Review: Parent says My God is this a choice I'm so thankful I made for my daughter. CIL is just about as perfect as it can get for an elementary school. Dr. Rodriguez is the best principal and leader we could have asked....Read 4 reviews.Overall Niche Grade: A,Students: 680,Student-Teacher Ratio: 16 to 1,
  2. #2 Best Public Elementary Schools in Orlando AreaSeminole Science Charter SchoolSeminole County Public Schools, FL·K-8·Rating 4.56 out of 5 18 reviewsMiddle School Student: Seminole Science is a great school because the teachers are very nice and care about their students. Academically, the material is easy to understand and when it is tough, the teachers help with understanding it. The students are also very friendly as well. Overall, Seminole Science is a very great school!... Read 18 reviewsgradeAOverall Niche GradeStudents 530Student-teacher ratio 18:1#2 Best Public Elementary Schools in Orlando Area.Seminole Science Charter SchoolBlue checkmark.Seminole County Public Schools, FL,K-8,18 Niche users give it an average review of 4.6 stars.Featured Review: Middle School Student says Seminole Science is a great school because the teachers are very nice and care about their students. Academically, the material is easy to understand and when it is tough, the teachers help with....Read 18 reviews.Overall Niche Grade: A,Students: 530,Student-Teacher Ratio: 18 to 1,
  3. #3 Best Public Elementary Schools in Orlando AreaHeathrow Elementary SchoolSeminole County Public Schools, FL·PK, K-5·Rating 5 out of 5 1 reviewAlum: This is an amazing school with wonderful caring teachers and I was very happy there when I attended. Their P.E. program is so fun and interactive. When I went to school there my teacher was Mrs. Perez and she is one of the most sweet and kindhearted teachers and people I will ever know. Heathrow is a great place and I highly recommend it.... Read 1 reviewgradeAOverall Niche GradeStudents 783Student-teacher ratio 16:1#3 Best Public Elementary Schools in Orlando Area.Heathrow Elementary SchoolBlue checkmark.Seminole County Public Schools, FL,PK, K-5,1 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.Featured Review: Alum says This is an amazing school with wonderful caring teachers and I was very happy there when I attended. Their P.E. program is so fun and interactive. When I went to school there my teacher was Mrs.....Read 1 reviews.Overall Niche Grade: A,Students: 783,Student-Teacher Ratio: 16 to 1,
  4. SponsoredCatholic SchoolSt. Edward-Epiphany SchoolPrivate School·RICHMOND, VA·PK, K-8·Rating 4 out of 5 1
    SponsoredCatholic SchoolSt. Gregory the Great SchoolPrivate School·VIRGINIA BEACH, VA·PK, K-8·Rating 4.5 out of 5 22
    SponsoredChristian SchoolThe First AcademyPrivate School·ORLANDO, FL·PK, K-12·Rating 4.61 out of 5 252
  5. #4 Best Public Elementary Schools in Orlando AreaWilson Elementary SchoolSeminole County Public Schools, FL·PK, K-5·Rating 5 out of 5 2 reviewsParent: I have two kids and they had/has been attending Wilson Elementary since kindergarten year. Teachers and staff I encountered are all caring and dedicated to education. Never overload homework and test while emphasizing academic growth. A lot of fun activities throughout the school year.... Read 2 reviewsgradeAOverall Niche GradeStudents 886Student-teacher ratio 15:1#4 Best Public Elementary Schools in Orlando Area.Wilson Elementary SchoolBlue checkmark.Seminole County Public Schools, FL,PK, K-5,2 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.Featured Review: Parent says I have two kids and they had/has been attending Wilson Elementary since kindergarten year. Teachers and staff I encountered are all caring and dedicated to education. Never overload homework and test....Read 2 reviews.Overall Niche Grade: A,Students: 886,Student-Teacher Ratio: 15 to 1,
  6. #5 Best Public Elementary Schools in Orlando AreaRidgeview Global Studies AcademyPolk County Public Schools, FL·K-12·Rating 4.43 out of 5 21 reviewsParent: RGSA is better school in the world. The school is kinder to 12th grade, excellent security, academic, teachers. They know every student and their interest, it’s like a family. Ridgevew Global Studies Academy Is the dream school.... Read 21 reviewsgradeAOverall Niche GradeStudents 1,551Student-teacher ratio 18:1#5 Best Public Elementary Schools in Orlando Area.Ridgeview Global Studies AcademyPolk County Public Schools, FL,K-12,21 Niche users give it an average review of 4.4 stars.Featured Review: Parent says RGSA is better school in the world. The school is kinder to 12th grade, excellent security, academic, teachers. They know every student and their interest, it’s like a family. Ridgevew Global Studies....Read 21 reviews.Overall Niche Grade: A,Students: 1,551,Student-Teacher Ratio: 18 to 1,
  7. #6 Best Public Elementary Schools in Orlando AreaSabal Point Elementary SchoolSeminole County Public Schools, FL·PK, K-5·Rating 2 out of 5 2 reviewsgradeAOverall Niche GradeStudents 886Student-teacher ratio 16:1#6 Best Public Elementary Schools in Orlando Area.Sabal Point Elementary SchoolBlue checkmark.Seminole County Public Schools, FL,PK, K-5,2 Niche users give it an average review of 2 stars.Read 2 reviews.Overall Niche Grade: A,Students: 886,Student-Teacher Ratio: 16 to 1,
  8. #7 Best Public Elementary Schools in Orlando AreaRainbow Elementary SchoolSeminole County Public Schools, FL·PK, K-5·Rating 3.67 out of 5 3 reviewsParent: This school has surpassed all expectations I had. My son was at Lake Highland before moving to Rainbow and they give them a run for their money! The whole staff is amazing and the teachers are the best! I am so happy that my son has been blessed with this school.... Read 3 reviewsgradeAOverall Niche GradeStudents 809Student-teacher ratio 17:1#7 Best Public Elementary Schools in Orlando Area.Rainbow Elementary SchoolBlue checkmark.Seminole County Public Schools, FL,PK, K-5,3 Niche users give it an average review of 3.7 stars.Featured Review: Parent says This school has surpassed all expectations I had. My son was at Lake Highland before moving to Rainbow and they give them a run for their money! The whole staff is amazing and the teachers are the....Read 3 reviews.Overall Niche Grade: A,Students: 809,Student-Teacher Ratio: 17 to 1,
  9. #8 Best Public Elementary Schools in Orlando AreaOrlando Gifted AcademyOrange County Public Schools, FL·2-8·Rating 4.86 out of 5 7 reviewsParent: We have been at Orlando Gifted Academy for four years and we absolutely LOVE it. We feel like our kid found his people at OGA. The teachers are the best in the county and constantly challenging our kid to strive for his best. There is a strong focus on science, math and tech but other subjects are well represented. It's an older campus, and since it's an Orange County Public Magnet, no transportation is provided. Being in an older building means less opportunities for sports and arts, but the administration does amazing things with the space they have. My gifted student went from a good school where he was mostly bored, to a community of his peers where he is challenged to do his best. No school is perfect, but OGA has been a perfect fit for my kid. Highly recommend!... Read 7 reviewsgradeAOverall Niche GradeStudents 383Student-teacher ratio 13:1#8 Best Public Elementary Schools in Orlando Area.Orlando Gifted AcademyBlue checkmark.Orange County Public Schools, FL,2-8,7 Niche users give it an average review of 4.9 stars.Featured Review: Parent says We have been at Orlando Gifted Academy for four years and we absolutely LOVE it. We feel like our kid found his people at OGA. The teachers are the best in the county and constantly challenging our....Read 7 reviews.Overall Niche Grade: A,Students: 383,Student-Teacher Ratio: 13 to 1,
  10. #9 Best Public Elementary Schools in Orlando AreaPartin Elementary SchoolSeminole County Public Schools, FL·PK, K-5·Rating 4 out of 5 1 reviewAlum: I loved it. The one thing I would change is to allow for a more rounded experience. In the later years it becomes more difficult to meet the needs of all the students.... Read 1 reviewgradeAOverall Niche GradeStudents 640Student-teacher ratio 17:1#9 Best Public Elementary Schools in Orlando Area.Partin Elementary SchoolBlue checkmark.Seminole County Public Schools, FL,PK, K-5,1 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.Featured Review: Alum says I loved it. The one thing I would change is to allow for a more rounded experience. In the later years it becomes more difficult to meet the needs of all the students..Read 1 reviews.Overall Niche Grade: A,Students: 640,Student-Teacher Ratio: 17 to 1,
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  11. #10 Best Public Elementary Schools in Orlando AreaStenstrom Elementary SchoolSeminole County Public Schools, FL·PK, K-5gradeAOverall Niche GradeStudents 675Student-teacher ratio 15:1#10 Best Public Elementary Schools in Orlando Area.Stenstrom Elementary SchoolBlue checkmark.Seminole County Public Schools, FL,PK, K-5,Overall Niche Grade: A,Students: 675,Student-Teacher Ratio: 15 to 1,
  12. #11 Best Public Elementary Schools in Orlando AreaKeeth Elementary SchoolSeminole County Public Schools, FL·PK, K-5·Rating 5 out of 5 1 reviewParent: Best elementary school in seminole county. After COVID my 1st grader could not read the slightest bit and the school had special groups that they would pull out of class to get them up to speed with their reading. Now as a soon to be 4th grader he is top of his class with straight A's and going to RAMP math.... Read 1 reviewgradeAOverall Niche GradeStudents 599Student-teacher ratio 15:1#11 Best Public Elementary Schools in Orlando Area.Keeth Elementary SchoolBlue checkmark.Seminole County Public Schools, FL,PK, K-5,1 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.Featured Review: Parent says Best elementary school in seminole county. After COVID my 1st grader could not read the slightest bit and the school had special groups that they would pull out of class to get them up to speed with....Read 1 reviews.Overall Niche Grade: A,Students: 599,Student-Teacher Ratio: 15 to 1,
  13. #12 Best Public Elementary Schools in Orlando AreaLawton Elementary SchoolSeminole County Public Schools, FL·PK, K-5gradeAOverall Niche GradeStudents 791Student-teacher ratio 17:1#12 Best Public Elementary Schools in Orlando Area.Lawton Elementary SchoolBlue checkmark.Seminole County Public Schools, FL,PK, K-5,Overall Niche Grade: A,Students: 791,Student-Teacher Ratio: 17 to 1,
  14. #13 Best Public Elementary Schools in Orlando AreaWoodlands Elementary SchoolSeminole County Public Schools, FL·PK, K-5·Rating 4.71 out of 5 7 reviewsParent: As a kindergarten parent it can be scary trusting complete strangers with your little one, from day one at woodlands we have felt like family. All the staff, teachers and existing parents are beyond amazing. We are so lucky to be at such an awesome school!... Read 7 reviewsgradeAOverall Niche GradeStudents 798Student-teacher ratio 16:1#13 Best Public Elementary Schools in Orlando Area.Woodlands Elementary SchoolBlue checkmark.Seminole County Public Schools, FL,PK, K-5,7 Niche users give it an average review of 4.7 stars.Featured Review: Parent says As a kindergarten parent it can be scary trusting complete strangers with your little one, from day one at woodlands we have felt like family. All the staff, teachers and existing parents are beyond....Read 7 reviews.Overall Niche Grade: A,Students: 798,Student-Teacher Ratio: 16 to 1,
  15. #14 Best Public Elementary Schools in Orlando AreaLake Whitney Elementary SchoolOrange County Public Schools, FL·PK, K-5·Rating 4.6 out of 5 5 reviewsParent: Lake Whitney is an exceptional elementary school in Winter Garden Florida southwest of Orlando. This school is often described as providing a private school experience in a public school. The population size is reasonable and encourages a feeling of community. It is one of the few schools in the area that is not overcrowded. There is an active parent involvement. Teachers and staff are warm and welcoming. The administration actually knows most students by name and if they don't know you yet they will soon. There are many annual events for students and families like art night, a fun run, and the spring carnival to name a few. Teachers are dynamic and work hard to meet individual needs in students. This is a school where kids are valued and enjoyed.... Read 5 reviewsgradeAOverall Niche GradeStudents 622Student-teacher ratio 16:1#14 Best Public Elementary Schools in Orlando Area.Lake Whitney Elementary SchoolBlue checkmark.Orange County Public Schools, FL,PK, K-5,5 Niche users give it an average review of 4.6 stars.Featured Review: Parent says Lake Whitney is an exceptional elementary school in Winter Garden Florida southwest of Orlando. This school is often described as providing a private school experience in a public school. The....Read 5 reviews.Overall Niche Grade: A,Students: 622,Student-Teacher Ratio: 16 to 1,
  16. #15 Best Public Elementary Schools in Orlando AreaSummerlake ElementaryOrange County Public Schools, FL·K-5gradeAOverall Niche GradeStudents 748Student-teacher ratio 16:1#15 Best Public Elementary Schools in Orlando Area.Summerlake ElementaryBlue checkmark.Orange County Public Schools, FL,K-5,Overall Niche Grade: A,Students: 748,Student-Teacher Ratio: 16 to 1,
  17. #16 Best Public Elementary Schools in Orlando AreaWhispering Oak Elementary SchoolOrange County Public Schools, FL·PK, K-5·Rating 5 out of 5 2 reviewsParent: We really couldn’t be more happy with WOE! Amazing caring teachers and parents are so involved. So many volunteers and activities. Communication is great. Feels like one big family.... Read 2 reviewsgradeAOverall Niche GradeStudents 825Student-teacher ratio 16:1#16 Best Public Elementary Schools in Orlando Area.Whispering Oak Elementary SchoolBlue checkmark.Orange County Public Schools, FL,PK, K-5,2 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.Featured Review: Parent says We really couldn’t be more happy with WOE! Amazing caring teachers and parents are so involved. So many volunteers and activities. Communication is great. Feels like one big family..Read 2 reviews.Overall Niche Grade: A,Students: 825,Student-Teacher Ratio: 16 to 1,
  18. #17 Best Public Elementary Schools in Orlando AreaHillcrest Elementary SchoolOrange County Public Schools, FL·PK, K-5gradeAOverall Niche GradeStudents 454Student-teacher ratio 16:1#17 Best Public Elementary Schools in Orlando Area.Hillcrest Elementary SchoolBlue checkmark.Orange County Public Schools, FL,PK, K-5,Overall Niche Grade: A,Students: 454,Student-Teacher Ratio: 16 to 1,
  19. #18 Best Public Elementary Schools in Orlando AreaWekiva Elementary SchoolSeminole County Public Schools, FL·PK, K-5gradeAOverall Niche GradeStudents 842Student-teacher ratio 17:1#18 Best Public Elementary Schools in Orlando Area.Wekiva Elementary SchoolBlue checkmark.Seminole County Public Schools, FL,PK, K-5,Overall Niche Grade: A,Students: 842,Student-Teacher Ratio: 17 to 1,
  20. #19 Best Public Elementary Schools in Orlando AreaEvans Elementary SchoolSeminole County Public Schools, FL·PK, K-5·Rating 5 out of 5 1 reviewParent: My son's teacher and the 1st grade team were fantastic and genuinely cared about their students. They worked tirelessly to get their students taken care of in the midst of dealing with school district bureaucracy. The front desk staff and the resource officer were outstanding and always made me feel like my child was safe during his day at school. There was an abundance of communication from the school and district by phone and email. The PTA was a weak point for me. I came from a very active PTA and to receive no interaction was very disappointing.... Read 1 reviewgradeAOverall Niche GradeStudents 910Student-teacher ratio 18:1#19 Best Public Elementary Schools in Orlando Area.Evans Elementary SchoolBlue checkmark.Seminole County Public Schools, FL,PK, K-5,1 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.Featured Review: Parent says My son's teacher and the 1st grade team were fantastic and genuinely cared about their students. They worked tirelessly to get their students taken care of in the midst of dealing with school....Read 1 reviews.Overall Niche Grade: A,Students: 910,Student-Teacher Ratio: 18 to 1,
  21. #20 Best Public Elementary Schools in Orlando AreaDommerich Elementary SchoolOrange County Public Schools, FL·PK, K-5·Rating 5 out of 5 8 reviewsParent: This is a wonderful school filled with a supportive staff, administration, and parents. The Resources available to students makes this school extra special. There are healthy initiatives, including an outdoor garden and morning running program.... Read 8 reviewsgradeAOverall Niche GradeStudents 601Student-teacher ratio 16:1#20 Best Public Elementary Schools in Orlando Area.Dommerich Elementary SchoolBlue checkmark.Orange County Public Schools, FL,PK, K-5,8 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.Featured Review: Parent says This is a wonderful school filled with a supportive staff, administration, and parents. The Resources available to students makes this school extra special. There are healthy initiatives, including....Read 8 reviews.Overall Niche Grade: A,Students: 601,Student-Teacher Ratio: 16 to 1,
  22. #21 Best Public Elementary Schools in Orlando AreaThornebrooke Elementary SchoolOrange County Public Schools, FL·PK, K-5gradeAOverall Niche GradeStudents 631Student-teacher ratio 17:1#21 Best Public Elementary Schools in Orlando Area.Thornebrooke Elementary SchoolBlue checkmark.Orange County Public Schools, FL,PK, K-5,Overall Niche Grade: A,Students: 631,Student-Teacher Ratio: 17 to 1,
  23. #22 Best Public Elementary Schools in Orlando AreaWindermere Elementary SchoolOrange County Public Schools, FL·PK, K-5gradeAOverall Niche GradeStudents 610Student-teacher ratio 16:1#22 Best Public Elementary Schools in Orlando Area.Windermere Elementary SchoolBlue checkmark.Orange County Public Schools, FL,PK, K-5,Overall Niche Grade: A,Students: 610,Student-Teacher Ratio: 16 to 1,
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  25. #23 Best Public Elementary Schools in Orlando AreaAvalon Elementary SchoolOrange County Public Schools, FL·PK, K-5·Rating 5 out of 5 2 reviewsNiche User: they have great teachers and everything is perfect nothing needs to change. extended day is fun. and the best part is that they have a big area to play.... Read 2 reviewsgradeAOverall Niche GradeStudents 639Student-teacher ratio 16:1#23 Best Public Elementary Schools in Orlando Area.Avalon Elementary SchoolBlue checkmark.Orange County Public Schools, FL,PK, K-5,2 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.Featured Review: Niche User says they have great teachers and everything is perfect nothing needs to change. extended day is fun. and the best part is that they have a big area to play..Read 2 reviews.Overall Niche Grade: A,Students: 639,Student-Teacher Ratio: 16 to 1,
  26. #24 Best Public Elementary Schools in Orlando AreaKeenes Crossing Elementary SchoolOrange County Public Schools, FL·PK, K-5gradeAOverall Niche GradeStudents 1,000Student-teacher ratio 17:1#24 Best Public Elementary Schools in Orlando Area.Keenes Crossing Elementary SchoolBlue checkmark.Orange County Public Schools, FL,PK, K-5,Overall Niche Grade: A,Students: 1,000,Student-Teacher Ratio: 17 to 1,
  27. #25 Best Public Elementary Schools in Orlando AreaWalker Elementary SchoolSeminole County Public Schools, FL·PK, K-5gradeAOverall Niche GradeStudents 749Student-teacher ratio 16:1#25 Best Public Elementary Schools in Orlando Area.Walker Elementary SchoolBlue checkmark.Seminole County Public Schools, FL,PK, K-5,Overall Niche Grade: A,Students: 749,Student-Teacher Ratio: 16 to 1,
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