Serving 358 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Silver Lakes Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 70-74% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 358 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Silver Lakes Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Silver Lakes Elementary School's student population of 358 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
358 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Silver Lakes Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Silver Lakes Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#767 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
53%
37%
Black
33%
21%
White
8%
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
49%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silver Lakes Elementary School's ranking?
Silver Lakes Elementary School is ranked #767 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Silver Lakes Elementary School often compared to?
Silver Lakes Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sunset Lakes Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Silver Lakes Elementary School?
358 students attend Silver Lakes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Silver Lakes Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Silver Lakes Elementary School?
Silver Lakes Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Silver Lakes Elementary School offer ?
Silver Lakes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Silver Lakes Elementary School part of?
Silver Lakes Elementary School is part of Broward School District.
School Calendar
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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)
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