Serving 551 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Catalina Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 551 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Catalina Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Catalina Elementary School's student population of 551 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
551 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Catalina Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Catalina Elementary School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3390 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
27%
37%
Black
66%
21%
White
4%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Catalina Elementary School's ranking?
Catalina Elementary School is ranked #3390 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Catalina Elementary School often compared to?
Catalina Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pineloch Elementary School, Millennia Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Catalina Elementary School?
551 students attend Catalina Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Catalina Elementary School students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Catalina Elementary School?
Catalina Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Catalina Elementary School offer ?
Catalina Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Catalina Elementary School part of?
Catalina Elementary School is part of Orange School District.
In what neighborhood is Catalina Elementary School located?
Catalina Elementary School is located in the Southwest Orlando neighborhood of Orlando, FL. There are 17 other public schools located in Southwest Orlando.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Presidents' Day/Teacher Non-Work Day Schools Closed/District Offices Open
February 17, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break Schools Closed/District Offices Open
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
End of Fourth Marking Period/ Last Day of School
May 28, 2025 (Wednesday)
First Day of School
August 11, 2025 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
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