Serving 961 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Silver Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 61% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% 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: 961 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Silver Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Silver Ridge Elementary School's student population of 961 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
961 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Silver Ridge 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 Ridge Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#913 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
39%
37%
Black
9%
21%
White
41%
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
39%
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 Silver Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Silver Ridge Elementary School is ranked #913 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Silver Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Silver Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fox Trail Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Silver Ridge Elementary School?
961 students attend Silver Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Silver Ridge Elementary School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Silver Ridge Elementary School?
Silver Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Silver Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Silver Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Silver Ridge Elementary School part of?
Silver Ridge Elementary School is part of Broward School District.
School Calendar
View the Silver Ridge 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 5/3/2010
This school educates the whole child with an excellent art and music program as well as PE and structured recess. The faciliites are immaculate, all parents are involved, and every student's education matters.
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