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Water Spring Elementary School
Grades PK–5 · Orange County Public Schools · Winter Garden, FL
Rating
7/10
GreatSchools
Grades
PK–5
Enrollment
1,268
Student : Teacher
17:1
Founded
2019
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“Water Spring Elementary is an OCPS public elementary school in Horizon West, serving the master-planned communities west of Disney with consistently above-average test scores and a tight-knit neighborhood feel.”
Water Spring Elementary opened in August 2019 as one of three new Horizon West schools built to keep pace with the area's explosive growth. Situated on Water Spring Blvd in western Orange County, it serves a cluster of master-planned communities — Waterleigh, Hamlin, and surrounding Horizon West villages — where most students live within two miles of campus. The school operates at 171% of its designed capacity, which tells you as much about Horizon West's growth as it does about the school itself.
Academic programs
- Florida B.E.S.T. Standards curriculum, PK–5
- Gifted Education Program (OCPS district)
- 4th and 5th grade Chorus
- Orff music program
- Dance (4th and 5th grade)
- Math team — OCPS Math Olympics competitor
How to enroll
Automatic enrollment via OCPS based on your home address. Verify your address is zoned for Water Spring at ocps.net/find-my-school-home — OCPS redraws Horizon West boundaries frequently as new relief schools open. Pre-K enrollment goes through OCPS's annual pre-K lottery; contact the school directly for current openings.
What makes it stand out
Water Spring sits in the top 20% of all Florida public schools for overall test scores — 71% math proficiency and 68% reading, both well above county and state averages. That's notable for a school operating at 171% capacity. The feeder into Water Spring Middle (rated top 5 in OCPS) and then Horizon High gives families a clear, well-performing K–12 public path without leaving the Horizon West corridor.
Extracurriculars
- Chorus (4th and 5th grade)
- Orff music program
- Dance (4th and 5th grade)
- Math team — OCPS Math Olympics
- Student council and character education
- Annual Otter Color Run (school fundraiser)
- Champions before/after school program
Frequently asked about Water Spring Elementary School
What neighborhoods are zoned for Water Spring Elementary?
Water Spring Elementary serves portions of Horizon West's master-planned communities, including parts of Waterleigh, Hamlin, and surrounding villages near Water Spring Blvd. Because OCPS redraws Horizon West boundaries regularly as relief schools open, zone lines shift — sometimes mid-build for new construction. Always confirm your specific address at ocps.net/find-my-school-home before signing a purchase contract or builder agreement.
How do I enroll at Water Spring Elementary?
If your address is zoned for Water Spring, enrollment is automatic through OCPS. For grades K–5, contact the school's registrar at (407) 554-1610 ext. 4442232. Pre-K enrollment goes through the district's annual Pre-K lottery — openings and application windows are announced each spring at ocps.net. There is no magnet program or school-choice application process; Water Spring is a traditional zoned school.
What's the median home price zoned for Water Spring Elementary?
Homes in the Horizon West area surrounding Water Spring Elementary run roughly $475K–$700K for single-family. Waterleigh, the closest community to campus, trends around $540K–$620K for newer townhomes and single-family. New construction in active Horizon West communities lists in the $500Ks–$700Ks depending on builder and floor plan. The broader Horizon West median closed price was $583K in late 2025 (Redfin). Run a zone-specific search for current inventory.
Is Water Spring Elementary a good school?
By the numbers, yes — 71% of students are math-proficient and 68% are reading-proficient, both well above Florida and Orange County averages. The school holds a Niche grade of A- and ranks in the top 20% of Florida public schools. The Florida DOE grade is currently B (2024–25, down from a prior A). GreatSchools ratings index heavily on test scores rather than growth or equity factors, so weight them accordingly. The school is overcrowded at 171% capacity, which is a real consideration for families who care about class size.
How does Water Spring Elementary compare to Hamlin Elementary?
Both are newer OCPS elementary schools in Horizon West with modern facilities and above-average test scores. Hamlin Elementary (16145 Silver Grove Blvd, Winter Garden) was built partly to relieve overcrowding at Water Spring and Whispering Oak elementaries. Academically, both are competitive; Summerlake Elementary in the same corridor shows slightly higher proficiency rates (80% math, 75% reading). For most buyers, which school you're zoned for comes down to your street address — not a meaningful quality distinction.
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