Serving 728 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sunset Lakes Elementary 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 67% (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%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 728 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sunset Lakes Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Sunset Lakes Elementary School's student population of 728 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
728 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sunset Lakes Elementary 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 Sunset Lakes Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#698 out of 3704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
3%
Hispanic
47%
37%
Black
22%
21%
White
18%
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
28%
47%
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 Sunset Lakes Elementary School's ranking?
Sunset Lakes Elementary School is ranked #698 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Sunset Lakes Elementary School often compared to?
Sunset Lakes Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dolphin Bay Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% 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 Sunset Lakes Elementary School?
728 students attend Sunset Lakes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Sunset Lakes Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 18% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sunset Lakes Elementary School?
Sunset Lakes Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sunset Lakes Elementary School offer ?
Sunset Lakes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Sunset Lakes Elementary School part of?
Sunset Lakes Elementary School is part of Broward School District.
School Calendar
View the Sunset Lakes Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
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)
School Reviews
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