OCPS ACADEMIC CENTER FOR EXCELLENCE

OCPS ACADEMIC CENTER FOR EXCELLENCE is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the ORANGE school district, located in ORLANDO, FL with about 1,064 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th 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 69 teachers, OCPS ACADEMIC CENTER FOR EXCELLENCE 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.

The OCPS ACADEMIC CENTER FOR EXCELLENCE (ACE), located in the Parramore neighborhood of Orlando, is a unique K-8 community school operated by Orange County Public Schools. Opened in 2017, the campus was designed as an "educational village" to serve as a hub for the local community. Beyond traditional academics, the school integrates a wide range of support services—including health clinics, after-school programs, and family resources—aimed at addressing the socioeconomic challenges in the surrounding area and providing a holistic approach to student development.

The school is notable for its partnership with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida and its focus on fostering a supportive environment that extends from early childhood education through middle school. By combining rigorous instruction with comprehensive wrap-around services, the OCPS ACADEMIC CENTER FOR EXCELLENCE strives to narrow the achievement gap and provide students with the stability and resources necessary for long-term academic and personal success.

For more information, contact OCPS ACADEMIC CENTER FOR EXCELLENCE at (407) 866-1280 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.