Serving 1,180 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sun Blaze Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,180 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sun Blaze Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Sun Blaze Elementary School's student population of 1,180 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
1,180 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sun Blaze Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sun Blaze Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#474 out of 3704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
54%
37%
Black
9%
21%
White
25%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sun Blaze Elementary School's ranking?
Sun Blaze Elementary School is ranked #474 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Sun Blaze Elementary School often compared to?
Sun Blaze Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Moss Park Elementary School, Northlake Park Community Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Sun Blaze Elementary School?
1,180 students attend Sun Blaze Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Sun Blaze Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sun Blaze Elementary School?
Sun Blaze Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sun Blaze Elementary School offer ?
Sun Blaze Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Sun Blaze Elementary School part of?
Sun Blaze Elementary School is part of Orange School District.
In what neighborhood is Sun Blaze Elementary School located?
Sun Blaze Elementary School is located in the Randall And Johnson neighborhood of Orlando, FL.
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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