Serving 487 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Harbordale Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 77% (which is higher 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 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 487 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harbordale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Harbordale Elementary School's student population of 487 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
487 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harbordale Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harbordale Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#368 out of 3704 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
28%
37%
Black
11%
21%
White
52%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harbordale Elementary School's ranking?
Harbordale Elementary School is ranked #368 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Harbordale Elementary School often compared to?
Harbordale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bayview Elementary School, Virginia Shuman Young 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 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Harbordale Elementary School?
487 students attend Harbordale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Harbordale Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harbordale Elementary School?
Harbordale Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Harbordale Elementary School offer ?
Harbordale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Harbordale Elementary School part of?
Harbordale Elementary School is part of Broward School District.
In what neighborhood is Harbordale Elementary School located?
Harbordale Elementary School is located in the Harbordale neighborhood of Fort Lauderdale, FL.
School Calendar
View the Harbordale Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
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)
School Reviews
5 2/3/2022
Harbordale is pretty special and unique. I have already experienced several schools with my son, who is now in 5th grade at Harbordale and it remains the school to beat. Parent participation is very high and we have a volunteer group for almost anything you might be interested in. The students feel safe at this school. Their safety measures surpass most schools. They are thoughtful in their approach to parents on campus. The old principal was incredible and the new principal, Mrs. Kashdin is equally caring and thoughtful. The reading program, the media center that allows kids to become news anchors, and the fundraisers that give the kids pride in promoting the school equally teaching them philanthropy, are all just a small part of the cohesive organized nature of the school.
5 5/11/2009
This school is one of the best schools that I have ever been to.
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