Serving 903 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Park Lakes Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 903 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Park Lakes Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Park Lakes Elementary School's student population of 903 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
903 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Park Lakes Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Park Lakes Elementary School is 0.28, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1906 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
14%
38%
Black
84%
21%
White
1%
34%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Park Lakes Elementary School's ranking?
Park Lakes Elementary School is ranked #1906 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Park Lakes Elementary School often compared to?
Park Lakes Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Park Lakes Elementary School?
903 students attend Park Lakes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Park Lakes Elementary School students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Park Lakes Elementary School?
Park Lakes Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Park Lakes Elementary School offer ?
Park Lakes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Park Lakes Elementary School part of?
Park Lakes Elementary School is part of Broward School District.
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