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Wilson Elementary School
Grades PK–5 · Seminole County Public Schools · Sanford, FL
Rating
9/10
GreatSchools
Grades
PK–5
Enrollment
914
Student : Teacher
15:1
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“Wilson Elementary is a Seminole County public PK–5 school in Sanford with a 9/10 GreatSchools rating — one of the top-performing elementary schools in the district, serving the Markham Woods corridor and surrounding neighborhoods.”
Wilson Elementary sits on South Orange Boulevard in Sanford, inside a zone that runs from modest mid-century neighborhoods near downtown out through the Markham Woods Road corridor — one of Seminole County's most desirable residential stretches. The school's 9/10 GreatSchools rating is among the highest in the district and reflects consistently strong test scores: 78% proficiency in both math and reading, compared to 57% statewide. For families buying into the Lake Markham Landings, Heathrow, or Markham Woods corridor, Wilson is the assigned elementary.
Academic programs
- Gifted & Talented program (grade-level pull-out enrichment)
- ESOL services for English language learners
- Intensive math and reading intervention support
- Science, Technology, Engineering & Math integration (standard SCPS curriculum)
- Art, music, physical education — standard SCPS specials
How to enroll
Automatic enrollment via Seminole County Public Schools attendance zone assignment. Wilson is a zoned neighborhood school — no application or lottery required for in-zone students. Out-of-zone families may apply through SCPS's school choice program subject to available capacity. Use the SCPS zone lookup tool at scps.k12.fl.us to confirm your address assignment before purchasing.
What makes it stand out
Wilson consistently ranks in the top 10% of Florida elementary schools for overall test scores — 78% proficiency in both math and reading in 2024–25, versus a 57% state average. That gap is meaningful: it reflects a school community and instructional environment that outperforms most of the state.
Extracurriculars
- Battle of the Books (reading competition team)
- Student Council
- Art club, music program
- Physical education and intramurals
- After-school enrichment programs (vary by year; confirm with school)
Frequently asked about Wilson Elementary School
What neighborhoods are zoned for Wilson Elementary School?
Wilson's attendance zone covers a broad area of west-central Sanford, generally centered on the S Orange Blvd and Markham Woods Road corridor. Known communities that feed Wilson include Lake Markham Landings, Heathrow, and neighborhoods along the Markham Woods Road stretch into north Seminole County. For address-specific confirmation, use the SCPS zone lookup at scps.k12.fl.us.
How do I enroll at Wilson Elementary?
Enrollment at Wilson is automatic for in-zone students through Seminole County Public Schools. Register online at the SCPS portal or contact Wilson directly at (407) 320-6950 once you have an in-zone address. Out-of-zone families may apply through SCPS school choice.
What's the median home price zoned for Wilson Elementary?
The Wilson zone spans a wide price range. The Markham Woods Road corridor has resale homes trading $1.4M–$2.1M. Closer to South Orange Blvd and central Sanford, homes run $275K–$450K. The broader zone median is roughly $350K–$380K as of mid-2026.
How safe is Wilson Elementary's neighborhood?
The school has standard SCPS security protocols. The immediate Orange Blvd area is a mixed residential corridor; the Markham Woods corridor to the west is one of Seminole County's safer, higher-income areas.
How does Wilson Elementary compare to other Seminole County elementary schools?
Wilson rates 9/10 on GreatSchools and A on Niche — placing it in the top tier of SCPS. Worth noting: feeder middle school is Markham Woods Middle (6/10) and feeder high school is Seminole High (5/10).
Where Wilson Elementary School is
985 S Orange Blvd, Sanford, FL
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