SOUTHWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

SOUTHWOOD ELEMENTARY is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the ORANGE school district, located in ORLANDO, FL with about 527 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 34 teachers, SOUTHWOOD ELEMENTARY has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

SOUTHWOOD ELEMENTARY School, located in Orlando, Florida, is part of the Orange County Public Schools (OCPS) district. Serving students in the South Orlando area, the school focuses on providing a comprehensive primary education that emphasizes foundational academic skills, social-emotional development, and preparing students for the transition to middle school. As a community-centered institution, Southwood strives to create a supportive learning environment that fosters student achievement and encourages parent and community involvement.

The school’s official website serves as a central hub for families to stay updated on academic calendars, district policies, and campus events. By utilizing the resources provided through the OCPS network, SOUTHWOOD ELEMENTARY works to maintain high standards of instruction while offering various extracurricular opportunities designed to help students grow both inside and outside of the classroom. For parents or guardians seeking specific information regarding enrollment, faculty contacts, or school-specific programs, the official portal remains the most reliable resource for real-time updates and administrative guidance.

For more information, contact SOUTHWOOD ELEMENTARY at (407) 858-2230 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

12600 BISTED DR
ORLANDO, FL 32824-5852
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SOUTHWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in ORLANDO, FL with about 527 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Florida

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
ORANGE
Total Students:
527
Teachers:
34
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Provision 2
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide eligible school-No program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 527 students

Hispanic/Latino
54.3%
White
18.8%
Black or African American
14.8%
Asian
8.9%
Two or more races
2.3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.9%

Female
51.4%
Male
48.6%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.