Serving 462 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rock Island 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 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 462 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rock Island Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Rock Island Elementary School's student population of 462 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
462 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rock Island 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 Rock Island Elementary School is 0.23, 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)
20-24%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
10%
37%
Black
87%
21%
White
3%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
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 Rock Island Elementary School's ranking?
Rock Island 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 Rock Island Elementary School often compared to?
Rock Island Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dillard Elementary School, Peters Elementary School, Plantation Elementary School 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 Rock Island Elementary School?
462 students attend Rock Island Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Rock Island Elementary School students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rock Island Elementary School?
Rock Island Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Rock Island Elementary School offer ?
Rock Island Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Rock Island Elementary School part of?
Rock Island Elementary School is part of Broward School District.
In what neighborhood is Rock Island Elementary School located?
Rock Island Elementary School is located in the Central Fort Lauderdale neighborhood of Fort Lauderdale, FL. There are 3 other public schools located in Central Fort Lauderdale.
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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