Serving 564 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dolphin Bay Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 564 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dolphin Bay Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Dolphin Bay Elementary School's student population of 564 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
564 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dolphin Bay Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dolphin Bay Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#714 out of 3704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
45%
37%
Black
34%
21%
White
11%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dolphin Bay Elementary School's ranking?
Dolphin Bay Elementary School is ranked #714 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Dolphin Bay Elementary School often compared to?
Dolphin Bay Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sunset Lakes Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Dolphin Bay Elementary School?
564 students attend Dolphin Bay Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Dolphin Bay Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dolphin Bay Elementary School?
Dolphin Bay Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dolphin Bay Elementary School offer ?
Dolphin Bay Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Dolphin Bay Elementary School part of?
Dolphin Bay Elementary School is part of Broward School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Schools Closed / Spring Break
March 24, 2025 (Monday)
Schools Closed / Spring Break
March 25, 2025 (Tuesday)
Schools Closed / Spring Break
March 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
Schools Closed / Spring Break
March 27, 2025 (Thursday)
Schools Closed / Spring Break
March 28, 2025 (Friday)
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