Serving 422 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Deerwood 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 33% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (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 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 422 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Deerwood Elementary School's student population of 422 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
422 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Child, Every Chance, Every Day!
School Rankings
Deerwood Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Deerwood Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#2747 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Hispanic
62%
38%
Black
28%
21%
White
7%
34%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)59.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
42%
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 Deerwood Elementary School's ranking?
Deerwood Elementary School is ranked #2747 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Deerwood Elementary School often compared to?
Deerwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Koa Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Deerwood Elementary School?
422 students attend Deerwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Deerwood Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Deerwood Elementary School?
Deerwood Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Deerwood Elementary School offer ?
Deerwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Deerwood Elementary School part of?
Deerwood Elementary School is part of Osceola School District.
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