Serving 743 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 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% 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: 743 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- 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 743 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
743 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 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 0.71, which is more 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
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
3%
Hispanic
45%
37%
Black
22%
21%
White
19%
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
33%
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 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 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?
743 students attend Sunset Lakes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Sunset Lakes Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, 11% 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 16:1, which is lower than 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
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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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