DEERWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

DEERWOOD ELEMENTARY is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the ORANGE school district, located in ORLANDO, FL with about 508 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 40 teachers, DEERWOOD ELEMENTARY has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

DEERWOOD ELEMENTARY School, located in East Orlando, is a public institution serving students within the Orange County Public Schools (OCPS) district. The school is committed to fostering an inclusive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, critical thinking, and the development of well-rounded citizens. By leveraging the resources of the OCPS system, Deerwood focuses on providing a balanced curriculum that aligns with state educational standards while catering to the diverse needs of its neighborhood’s student population.

Beyond core academics, the school places a strong value on community engagement and the partnership between educators, families, and students. DEERWOOD ELEMENTARY strives to create a supportive atmosphere where students feel encouraged to participate in extracurricular activities and social development initiatives. Through its dedicated staff and various school-wide programs, the institution aims to prepare its elementary-aged learners for the transition into middle school by building a solid foundation in literacy, mathematics, and character education.

For more information, contact DEERWOOD ELEMENTARY at (407) 249-6320 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.