Serving 736 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Central Park 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 60% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 736 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Central Park Elementary School's student population of 736 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
736 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Central Park Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Park Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#709 out of 3655 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
3%
Hispanic
38%
36%
Black
14%
21%
White
33%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Park Elementary School's ranking?
Central Park Elementary School is ranked #709 out of 3,655 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?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Central Park Elementary School?
736 students attend Central Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Central Park Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Park Elementary School?
Central Park Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Central Park Elementary School offer ?
Central Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Central Park Elementary School part of?
Central Park Elementary School is part of Broward School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Early Release Day / Last Day of School
June 10, 2024 (Monday)
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