Serving 477 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cresthaven Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is equal to the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 477 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cresthaven 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
Cresthaven Elementary School's student population of 477 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
477 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cresthaven Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cresthaven Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#1963 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
40%
37%
Black
53%
21%
White
4%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cresthaven Elementary School's ranking?
Cresthaven Elementary School is ranked #1963 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Cresthaven Elementary School often compared to?
Cresthaven Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Floranada Elementary School, Mcnab Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Cresthaven Elementary School?
477 students attend Cresthaven Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Cresthaven Elementary School students are Black, 40% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cresthaven Elementary School?
Cresthaven Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cresthaven Elementary School offer ?
Cresthaven Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Cresthaven Elementary School part of?
Cresthaven Elementary School is part of Broward School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Schools Closed
December 23, 2024 (Monday)
Schools Closed
December 27, 2024 (Friday)
Schools Closed
December 30, 2024 (Monday)
Schools Closed
January 03, 2025 (Friday)
Schools Closed / Spring Break
March 24, 2025 (Monday)
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