Colonial High vs Engelwood Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Florida, United States, 2.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Colonial High
Orlando · Public high · Grades 9–12
3,239 students
Engelwood Elementary
Orlando · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
557 students
| Measure | Colonial High Orlando, Florida | Engelwood Elementary Orlando, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #517 of 576 | #2009 of 2,187 |
| National rank | #13284 of 16,910 | #36367 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 3,239 | 557 |
| Enrollment | 3,239 | 557 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 52.3% | 64.1% |
| Students per teacher | 23.6 | 15.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 31% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 38% |
| city | Orlando | Orlando |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Engelwood Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (33.3 vs 30.2).
- •Engelwood Elementary does better on math proficiency (38% vs 27%).
- •Colonial High does better on reading proficiency (39% vs 31%).
- •Colonial High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (52.3% vs 64.1%).
- •Engelwood Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.5 vs 23.6).
- •Colonial High is the larger school with 3,239 students compared with 557.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Colonial High better than Engelwood Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Engelwood Elementary ranks higher (33.3 vs 30.2 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Colonial High and Engelwood Elementary?
About 2.7 km in a straight line, between Orlando and Orlando in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Colonial High: 3,239. Engelwood Elementary: 557. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Colonial High and Engelwood Elementary rank in Florida?
Colonial High is 517th of 576 and Engelwood Elementary is 2009th of 2,187 among high schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).