DEERWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

DEERWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the OSCEOLA school district, located in KISSIMMEE, FL with about 560 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 37 teachers, DEERWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 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.

DEERWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school located in Kissimmee, Florida, serving students within the Osceola County School District. Situated on Marigold Avenue, the school focuses on providing foundational education to its diverse student body, fostering an environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and community involvement. Like other schools in the district, Deerwood is committed to preparing its students for success by aligning its curriculum with state standards and offering various support services to meet individual learning needs.

The school operates under the administration of the Osceola County School District, which serves as a central resource for information regarding school policies, district initiatives, and academic calendars. Families connected to Deerwood Elementary can utilize the district’s official website to access tools such as student portals, information on extracurricular activities, and updates on school safety and performance. As a neighborhood school, Deerwood plays a key role in the local Kissimmee community, working to bridge the gap between home and classroom to support the educational journey of its elementary-aged learners.

For more information, contact DEERWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (407) 870-2400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

3701 MARIGOLD AVE
KISSIMMEE, FL 34758-4321
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DEERWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in KISSIMMEE, FL with about 560 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Florida

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
OSCEOLA
Total Students:
560
Teachers:
37
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
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 560 students

Hispanic/Latino
66.6%
Black or African American
18.6%
White
10.9%
Asian
1.8%
Two or more races
1.1%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.5%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.5%

Female
48.9%
Male
51.1%

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.