Serving 163 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Excelsior Charter Of Broward 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 was 21-39% (which was lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 21-39% (which was lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 was lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 93% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
163 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#3263 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
34%
37%
Black
52%
21%
White
7%
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
96%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Excelsior Charter Of Broward's ranking?
Excelsior Charter Of Broward is ranked #3263 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Excelsior Charter Of Broward?
163 students attend Excelsior Charter Of Broward.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Excelsior Charter Of Broward students are Black, 34% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Excelsior Charter Of Broward?
Excelsior Charter Of Broward has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Excelsior Charter Of Broward offer ?
Excelsior Charter Of Broward offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Excelsior Charter Of Broward part of?
Excelsior Charter Of Broward is part of Broward School District.
In what neighborhood is Excelsior Charter Of Broward located?
Excelsior Charter Of Broward is located in the North Fort Lauderdale neighborhood of Fort Lauderdale, FL. There are 4 other public schools located in North Fort Lauderdale.
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