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West Oaks Elementary School
Grades PK–5 · Orange County Public Schools · Orlando, FL
Rating
4/10
GreatSchools
Grades
PK–5
Enrollment
494
Student : Teacher
19:1
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“West Oaks Elementary is a public PK-5 school in northwest Orlando serving the West Oaks and Pine Hills neighborhoods — part of Orange County Public Schools, with a Gifted and Talented program and a tight-knit Wildcats community.”
West Oaks Elementary sits in the established West Oaks neighborhood of northwest Orlando, a few miles east of SR 408 and south of Pine Hills Road. The area is a working-class to middle-income corridor with single-family homes priced well below the Orange County median — which makes the West Oaks zone one of the more affordable entry points into OCPS for families who want a zoned public school with a Gifted program on-site.
Academic programs
- Gifted and Talented program (district-screened, grade K-5)
- Core curriculum: ELA, Math, Science, Social Studies aligned to Florida B.E.S.T. standards
- OCPS arts integration: Visual arts, music, physical education
- Title I supplemental reading and math support services
How to enroll
Automatic via OCPS based on residential address. Verify current boundary at ocps.net/find-my-school-home — the West Oaks zone covers the 905 Dorscher Rd corridor and surrounding streets in northwest Orlando (32818). Gifted and Talented referral is initiated by the classroom teacher or parent request; district screening follows.
What makes it stand out
The on-site Gifted and Talented strand is the practical standout for buyers researching northwest Orlando elementary options — it means advanced students do not need a separate school or lottery application for pull-out enrichment. For families buying in the $250K-$380K range in 32818, this is a meaningful amenity.
Extracurriculars
- PTA / parent volunteer programs
- Afterschool Champions care program (on-site)
- OCPS fine arts: chorus, art, physical education
- Book fairs and STEM family nights
Frequently asked about West Oaks Elementary School
What neighborhoods are zoned for West Oaks Elementary?
The West Oaks attendance zone covers the West Oaks subdivision and surrounding streets in northwest Orlando, generally bounded by Pine Hills Road to the north, SR 408 to the east, Lake Mann to the south, and the Ocoee city line to the west. The zone sits entirely within the 32818 ZIP code. Always confirm your specific address at ocps.net/find-my-school-home before making an offer — OCPS rezones periodically.
How do I enroll at West Oaks Elementary?
Enrollment is automatic if your address falls within the attendance boundary. New families submit proof of residency, immunization records, and a birth certificate to the school registrar. Call (407) 532-3875 to set up enrollment. If you are out-of-zone, OCPS runs a controlled open enrollment process — seats are not guaranteed. The Gifted and Talented program does not require a separate application; referral goes through the classroom teacher after enrollment.
What is the median home price zoned for West Oaks Elementary?
Homes in the 32818 ZIP code — which covers the West Oaks attendance zone — have been listing in the $300K-$380K range in early 2026, with a ZIP-level median around $350K. That makes this one of the more affordable elementary zones in OCPS. Most homes are 3-4 bedroom single-family from the 1970s through 2000s. For a boundary-filtered list of active homes, ask Ben.
Is West Oaks Elementary safe?
West Oaks Elementary operates with standard OCPS security protocols: a School Resource Officer partnership, controlled campus access during school hours, and visitor ID badge check-in. The surrounding Pine Hills / West Oaks area has higher crime rates relative to the Orange County average — something buyers should weigh when comparing northwest Orlando options. The school itself has a stable faculty and active PTA presence.
How does West Oaks Elementary compare to nearby elementary schools?
West Oaks and Westbrooke Elementary (also in 32818) are the two closest OCPS options in this corridor and carry similar GreatSchools ratings. West Oaks has the on-site Gifted and Talented program as a differentiator. For families willing to cross into the 32811 or 32819 zones, Windy Ridge K-8 and Millennia Gardens are meaningfully higher-rated — but home prices in those zones are also higher. The tradeoff is typical of northwest Orlando.
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