Serving 579 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Atlantic West Elementary 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 40% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 579 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Atlantic West Elementary School serves the eastern part of Pompano Beach, FL, covering an area of approximately 2.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Atlantic West Elementary School's student population of 579 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
579 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Atlantic West Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Atlantic West Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#2705 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
29%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
60%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
6%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.9%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
3%
4%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 25-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Atlantic West Elementary School's ranking?
Atlantic West Elementary School is ranked #2705 out of 3,662 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?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Atlantic West Elementary School?
579 students attend Atlantic West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Atlantic West Elementary School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Atlantic West Elementary School?
Atlantic West Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Atlantic West Elementary School offer ?
Atlantic West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Atlantic West Elementary School part of?
Atlantic West Elementary School is part of Broward School District.
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