Serving 500 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Silver Palms Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% 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: 500 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Silver Palms Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Silver Palms Elementary School's student population of 500 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
500 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Silver Palms Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Silver Palms Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#892 out of 3655 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
55%
36%
Black
22%
21%
White
14%
36%
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
36%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
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 Silver Palms Elementary School's ranking?
Silver Palms Elementary School is ranked #892 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Silver Palms Elementary School often compared to?
Silver Palms Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeside Elementary School, Franklin Pembroke Pines by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Silver Palms Elementary School?
500 students attend Silver Palms Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Silver Palms Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Silver Palms Elementary School?
Silver Palms Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Silver Palms Elementary School offer ?
Silver Palms Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Silver Palms Elementary School part of?
Silver Palms Elementary School is part of Broward School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Schools Closed / Spring Break
March 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 25, 2024 (Monday)
Schools Closed / Spring Break
March 26, 2024 (Tuesday)
Schools Closed / Spring Break
March 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
Schools Closed / Spring Break
March 28, 2024 (Thursday)
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