Serving 892 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Tropical 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 54% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (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 65% 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: 892 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tropical Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Tropical Elementary School's student population of 892 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
892 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Tropical 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 Tropical Elementary School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1024 out of 3655 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
36%
36%
Black
22%
21%
White
35%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Tropical Elementary School's ranking?
Tropical Elementary School is ranked #1024 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Tropical Elementary School often compared to?
Tropical Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Plantation Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Tropical Elementary School?
892 students attend Tropical Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Tropical Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 22% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tropical Elementary School?
Tropical Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Tropical Elementary School offer ?
Tropical Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Tropical Elementary School part of?
Tropical 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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