Serving 505 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Somerset Neighborhood School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 505 students
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Somerset Neighborhood School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Somerset Neighborhood School's student population of 505 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
505 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Somerset Neighborhood School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Somerset Neighborhood School is 0.35, 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
#734 out of 3704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
17%
37%
Black
79%
21%
White
2%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Somerset Neighborhood School's ranking?
Somerset Neighborhood School is ranked #734 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Somerset Neighborhood School often compared to?
Somerset Neighborhood Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pembroke Pines Charter Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Somerset Neighborhood School?
505 students attend Somerset Neighborhood School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Somerset Neighborhood School students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Somerset Neighborhood School offer ?
Somerset Neighborhood School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Somerset Neighborhood School part of?
Somerset Neighborhood School is part of Broward School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
School Closed
November 11, 2024 (Monday)
No School: Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
No School: Spring Break
March 24, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School
June 03, 2025 (Tuesday)
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