Independence Elementary School Winter Garden (2026 List)

About Independence Elementary

Independence Elementary is located at 6255 New Independence Pkwy, Winter Garden, FL 34787. The school serves students in grades K-5. Enrollment is currently around 879 students at the elementary school level. The student-teacher ratio is 18:1. The student population is comprised of 50% female students and 50% male students. Recent state results show 75% proficiency in math and 78% proficiency in reading. Independence Elementary is a public elementary school in the Orange County Public Schools district that provides traditional instruction, structured academic programming, school-wide enrichment opportunities, intervention resources, and consistent progression in elementary classroom instruction and student learning activities during the academic year. The campus utilizes a neighborhood enrollment system that supports organized grade placement and aligned instructional delivery within multiple elementary classroom sections and academic support programs each year. Local property values average around $640,000, with buyer interest sustained due to growing residential development throughout the broader Horizon West area. This Winter Garden elementary school is considered a strong comparison point for families reviewing academic structure, enrollment stability, and overall instructional performance among the best elementary schools in Florida.

Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 75%

Reading 78%

State average proficiency is 75% in Math and 78% in Reading.

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Full-time Teachers

18 : 1

Student-Teacher Ratio

879

Total Students

$66972

Avg. Teacher Salary

Student Demographics

White 44.82%

Asian 10.92%

Hispanic 36.63%

Black 3.3%

Two+ Races 4.21%

Native Am. 0%

White

44.82%

Asian

10.92%

Hispanic

36.63%

Black

3.3%

Two+ Races

4.21%

Native Am.

0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 879

49.72%

437 Female

50.28%

442 Male

Student Population

879 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

879 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Independence Elementary Contact Information

Address

6255 NEW INDEPENDENCE PKWY, WINTER GARDEN, FL 34787

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Phone

(407) 217-7727

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Website

http://independencees.ocps.net/

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:45 AM – 3:00 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:30 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Independence Elementary was officially named a 2024–2025 School of Excellence by the Florida Department of Education for exceptional academic performance. The school recently celebrated the addition of a new student safety crosswalk designed to improve traffic flow and pedestrian safety. Independence has consistently ranked as one of the best public elementary schools in Orange County with a history of academic excellence in math and reading proficiency. The school community recently came together to honor creativity, resilience.

FAQ

Q1. What is the curriculum at Independence Elementary School?

Ans. Independence Elementary School has a structured curriculum that is aligned with district standards. It's about learning the basics and building skills.

Q2. Does Independence Elementary School have an enrichment program?

Ans. Yes, Independence Elementary School offers clubs and extracurricular activities. These foster student creativity and engagement.

Q3. Does Independence Elementary School offer special education?

Ans. Independence Elementary offers ESE programs for students with varied needs. These services provide individualised learning support.

Q4. In what ways does Independence Elementary School monitor student performance?

Ans. Independence Elementary School assesses and evaluates teachers. Parents are regularly informed of results.

Q5. What is the involvement of parents with Independence Elementary School?

Ans. Independence Elementary School encourages parent involvement in events and communication. This builds the school community.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

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James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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