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Rolling Hills Elementary School
Grades PK–5 · Orange County Public Schools · Orlando, FL
Rating
3/10
GreatSchools
Grades
PK–5
Enrollment
515
Student : Teacher
14:1
Founded
1956
Homes in the Rolling Hills Elementary School zone
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“Rolling Hills Elementary is an OCPS public elementary school anchoring the Pine Hills community since 1956 — rebuilt in 2019 and serving grades PK–5 on Donovan Street in northwest Orlando.”
Rolling Hills Elementary sits on Donovan Street in Pine Hills, a densely residential northwest Orlando neighborhood roughly between State Road 408 and State Road 441. The campus was rebuilt from the ground up in 2019 — so while the school's roots go back to 1956, the physical plant is modern. The Cadets mascot and red-and-navy colors are a consistent presence at neighborhood events; the school holds the informal title "The Pride of Pine Hills" that dates back decades. Feeder pattern runs to Robinswood Middle and Maynard Evans High.
Academic programs
- Gifted & Talented program
- Read2Succeed — school-wide literacy initiative
- Character Education — structured social-emotional learning
- Dual language not offered (English-only instruction)
How to enroll
Enrollment is automatic for students living in the Rolling Hills ES attendance zone via OCPS. Out-of-zone families may apply for a school choice transfer through the OCPS Choice office each spring — space-available basis. Verify current boundaries at ocps.net/find-my-school-home before purchasing a home.
What makes it stand out
The 2019 rebuild is the most practical thing to know: families buying in the zone get a seven-year-old facility with modern HVAC, ADA compliance, and updated classrooms despite the school's 60-year neighborhood history. That combination of established community ties and recent construction is less common at this price point in Orange County.
Extracurriculars
- Chess Club
- Art Club
- Dramatic Education
- PTA — Family Curriculum Nights and community events
- Honor Roll recognition program
Frequently asked about Rolling Hills Elementary School
What neighborhoods are zoned for Rolling Hills Elementary?
The attendance zone covers the Rolling Hills and Rosemont sections of Pine Hills — generally bounded by Clarcona Road to the north, Powers Drive to the west, Pine Hills Road to the east, and Silver Star Road to the south. The zone is entirely within the 32808 ZIP code. Address-specific verification is at ocps.net/find-my-school-home; boundary maps are updated annually so always confirm before making an offer.
How do I enroll my child at Rolling Hills Elementary?
Students who live inside the attendance zone enroll automatically through OCPS. For out-of-zone requests, the OCPS Choice office accepts transfer applications each spring — acceptance is space-available. The school does not have a magnet or specialized-admission program; placement is strictly address-based. Call the school at (407) 296-6530 or visit rollinghillses.ocps.net for enrollment packets.
What's the median home price in the Rolling Hills Elementary zone?
The 32808 ZIP code — which encompasses the Rolling Hills ES zone — has a median sold price around $275K–$285K as of mid-2025, with homes typically spending 55–60 days on market. That makes Pine Hills one of the more accessible single-family markets in Orange County. Typical homes in the zone are 3-bedroom, single-story concrete block, mostly built 1960s–1990s. Pull a zone-filtered search for current inventory and pricing.
How does Rolling Hills Elementary compare to nearby Pine Hills Elementary?
Both are OCPS public elementaries in the Pine Hills area serving similar demographics and price-points. Rolling Hills has a newer facility (rebuilt 2019 vs. Pine Hills ES which is older stock) and holds the "Pride of Pine Hills" identity in its specific sub-neighborhood. Both carry GreatSchools ratings in the 3–5 range. For most buyers the key question is which school the specific address is zoned for — the difference in day-to-day experience is less significant than people assume from ratings alone.
What middle and high schools does Rolling Hills Elementary feed into?
The typical OCPS feeder chain runs Rolling Hills Elementary → Robinswood Middle School (6305 Balboa Dr, rating 4/10) → Maynard Evans High School (4949 Silver Star Rd, rating 2/10). Feeder assignments can shift with boundary reviews — confirm current assignments at ocps.net/find-my-school-home. Families interested in magnet or charter options can apply through OCPS Choice, which can override zoned school assignments.
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