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Rock Springs Elementary School
Grades PK–5 · Orange County Public Schools · Apopka, FL
Rating
3/10
GreatSchools
Grades
PK–5
Enrollment
682
Student : Teacher
15.2:1
Founded
1988
Homes in the Rock Springs Elementary School zone
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“Rock Springs Elementary is an OCPS public school in northwest Apopka serving PK–5, with a new STEAM Scholastic Academy launching in 2026–27 and a dedicated ASD program — set against the Rock Springs Road corridor near Wekiwa Springs State Park.”
Rock Springs Elementary sits along Rock Springs Road in northwest Apopka, minutes from Wekiwa Springs State Park and the Rock Springs Ridge community. The school's STEAM academy — launching fall 2026 — will bring hands-on Friday engineering activities to all students, with a dedicated lab in year two featuring robotics coding and structural challenges. The campus also runs one of the district's dedicated ASD classrooms, making it a draw for families with students on the autism spectrum.
Academic programs
- Gifted & Talented (identified students)
- STEAM Scholastic Academy — launching 2026-27 (robotics, coding, structural engineering)
- ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) classroom program, PK–5
- ESE (Exceptional Student Education)
- Visual and Performing Arts
- Honor Roll: Principal's Honor Roll (all-A) and A-B Honor Roll
How to enroll
Rock Springs Elementary is a zoned OCPS school — enrollment is automatic for students living in the attendance boundary. The new STEAM Scholastic Academy track, launching fall 2026, has a separate application process; applications opened April 2026. Contact rocksprings_es@ocps.net or call (407) 884-2242 for current enrollment details. For address-specific zone confirmation, use the OCPS Find My School tool at ocps.net.
What makes it stand out
The STEAM Scholastic Academy launching in fall 2026 makes Rock Springs the first elementary school in Apopka with a dedicated STEAM track — all students participate in monthly Friday hands-on activities, and identified gifted students get an accelerated independent-exploration curriculum. Year two adds a full-time STEAM lab instructor.
Extracurriculars
- STEAM Friday activities (school-wide, launching fall 2026)
- PTA and parent volunteer programs
- ADDitions volunteer program
- School Advisory Committee (SAC)
- Physical Education
- Visual and Performing Arts
Frequently asked about Rock Springs Elementary School
What neighborhoods are zoned for Rock Springs Elementary?
The attendance zone covers northwest Apopka along and near Rock Springs Road, including Rock Springs Ridge, the Estates at Wekiva, and Wekiva Forest Trails. The zone sits adjacent to Wekiwa Springs State Park. For address-specific confirmation, use the OCPS Find My School tool at ocps.net or call the school at (407) 884-2242 — boundaries can shift with district rezonings.
How do I enroll at Rock Springs Elementary?
Zoned families enroll automatically through OCPS based on address — no application needed for general enrollment. The new STEAM Scholastic Academy (launching fall 2026) has a separate application; contact the school directly at rocksprings_es@ocps.net. Bring proof of residency, immunization records, and a birth certificate to the registrar. Call (407) 884-2242 for current enrollment windows.
What's the median home price zoned for Rock Springs Elementary?
Homes in northwest Apopka along the Rock Springs Road corridor run roughly K–K for single-family in 2025, with the Rock Springs Ridge and Estates at Wekiva communities sitting in the mid-K range. The broader Apopka (32712) market median is around K–K. Days on market average 50–65 days. Ask Ben for a current zone-filtered pull — these numbers shift quarter to quarter.
Is Rock Springs Elementary a safe school environment?
Rock Springs Elementary follows OCPS standard safety protocols including controlled access, sign-in procedures, and an ID-badge system during school hours. The surrounding northwest Apopka area is suburban and adjacent to Wekiwa Springs State Park — a consistently family-friendly part of Orange County. The school's principal posts weekly newsletters via ParentSquare to keep families informed and engaged.
How does Rock Springs Elementary compare to Wolf Lake Elementary nearby?
Both are OCPS elementary schools in northwest Apopka. Wolf Lake Elementary generally posts higher state test scores and a higher GreatSchools rating. Rock Springs is adding a STEAM Scholastic Academy in fall 2026 that Wolf Lake does not yet have — potentially making it more attractive for families with academically motivated students who want hands-on STEM exposure starting in elementary. Both feed into Apopka Memorial Middle and Apopka High School. Zone determines which school a given address is assigned to.
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