Serving 692 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Croissant Park 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 50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 692 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Croissant Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Croissant Park Elementary School's student population of 692 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
692 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Croissant Park 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 Croissant Park Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#2197 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
53%
37%
Black
24%
21%
White
18%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Croissant Park Elementary School's ranking?
Croissant Park Elementary School is ranked #2197 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Croissant Park Elementary School often compared to?
Croissant Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Charter School Of Excellence, Harbordale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Croissant Park Elementary School?
692 students attend Croissant Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Croissant Park Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 18% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Croissant Park Elementary School?
Croissant Park Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Croissant Park Elementary School offer ?
Croissant Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Croissant Park Elementary School part of?
Croissant Park Elementary School is part of Broward School District.
In what neighborhood is Croissant Park Elementary School located?
Croissant Park Elementary School is located in the Croissant Park neighborhood of Fort Lauderdale, FL.
School Calendar
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Date
Schools Closed
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Schools Closed
November 26, 2024 (Tuesday)
Schools Closed
December 23, 2024 (Monday)
Schools Closed
December 27, 2024 (Friday)
Schools Closed
December 30, 2024 (Monday)
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