Serving 486 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pompano Beach Elementary School 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 is 45-49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower 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 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 486 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pompano Beach Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Pompano Beach Elementary School's student population of 486 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
486 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pompano Beach 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 Pompano Beach Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#2460 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
30%
37%
Black
60%
21%
White
6%
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
81%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pompano Beach Elementary School's ranking?
Pompano Beach Elementary School is ranked #2460 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Pompano Beach Elementary School often compared to?
Pompano Beach Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Somerset Village Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Pompano Beach Elementary School?
486 students attend Pompano Beach Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Pompano Beach Elementary School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pompano Beach Elementary School?
Pompano Beach Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pompano Beach Elementary School offer ?
Pompano Beach Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Pompano Beach Elementary School part of?
Pompano Beach Elementary School is part of Broward School District.
School Calendar
View the Pompano Beach 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 2/28/2012
Amazing school, My love of reading, all started at this very school. My understanding of america's history also came from here. The most amazing teachers teach at pompano beach High.
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