Serving 229 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sunshine Elementary Charter School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower 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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), 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: 229 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sunshine Elementary Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Sunshine Elementary Charter School's student population of 229 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
229 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sunshine Elementary Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunshine Elementary Charter School is 0.55, 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
#2578 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
56%
37%
Black
38%
21%
White
3%
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
58%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunshine Elementary Charter School's ranking?
Sunshine Elementary Charter School is ranked #2578 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Sunshine Elementary Charter School?
229 students attend Sunshine Elementary Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Sunshine Elementary Charter School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sunshine Elementary Charter School?
Sunshine Elementary Charter School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sunshine Elementary Charter School offer ?
Sunshine Elementary Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Sunshine Elementary Charter School part of?
Sunshine Elementary Charter School is part of Broward School District.
In what neighborhood is Sunshine Elementary Charter School located?
Sunshine Elementary Charter School is located in the North Central neighborhood of Hollywood, FL. There are 3 other public schools located in North Central.
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