Serving 649 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, John Young Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 649 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John Young Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
John Young Elementary School's student population of 649 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
649 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Stronger Together!
School Rankings
John Young Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John Young Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#1249 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
3%
Hispanic
61%
37%
Black
10%
21%
White
15%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Orange School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John Young Elementary School's ranking?
John Young Elementary School is ranked #1249 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are John Young Elementary School often compared to?
John Young Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hunters Creek Elementary School, Waterbridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend John Young Elementary School?
649 students attend John Young Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of John Young Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John Young Elementary School?
John Young Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does John Young Elementary School offer ?
John Young Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is John Young Elementary School part of?
John Young Elementary School is part of Orange School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
NO extracurricular activities besides "money making" activities. Also, extended day program is horrible.
1 10/10/2025
feeling very disapointed with the way things are going at the school its nothing compare to the previous years I feel like there in not genuine desire in helping kids
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