Serving 495 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Plantation Park Elementary School ranks in the top 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 58% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (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 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 495 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Plantation Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Plantation Park Elementary School's student population of 495 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
495 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Plantation Park Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Plantation Park Elementary School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1183 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
37%
37%
Black
22%
21%
White
34%
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
38%
47%
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 Plantation Park Elementary School's ranking?
Plantation Park Elementary School is ranked #1183 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Plantation Park Elementary School often compared to?
Plantation Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tropical Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Plantation Park Elementary School?
495 students attend Plantation Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Plantation Park Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 22% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Plantation Park Elementary School?
Plantation Park Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Plantation Park Elementary School offer ?
Plantation Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Plantation Park Elementary School part of?
Plantation Park Elementary School is part of Broward School District.
School Calendar
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Event
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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