Serving 427 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Banyan Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 427 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Banyan Elementary School serves the eastern part of Fort Lauderdale, FL, covering an area of approximately 1.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Banyan Elementary School's student population of 427 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
427 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Banyan 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 Banyan Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#1966 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
29%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
64%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
5%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
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)30.2%
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)
2%
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 Banyan Elementary School's ranking?
Banyan Elementary School is ranked #1966 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Banyan Elementary School often compared to?
Banyan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Welleby Elementary School, Sandpiper Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Banyan Elementary School?
427 students attend Banyan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Banyan Elementary School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Banyan Elementary School?
Banyan Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Banyan Elementary School offer ?
Banyan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Banyan Elementary School part of?
Banyan Elementary School is part of Broward School District.
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