Serving 548 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Castle Hill 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 36% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 548 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Castle Hill Elementary School serves the eastern part of Fort Lauderdale, FL, covering an area of approximately 1.1 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 0.7 miles to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Castle Hill Elementary School's student population of 548 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
548 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1962
School Rankings
Castle Hill 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 Castle Hill Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#3256 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
38%
Black
95%
21%
White
n/a
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Castle Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Castle Hill Elementary School is ranked #3256 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Castle Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Castle Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lauderhill Paul Turner Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Castle Hill Elementary School?
548 students attend Castle Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Castle Hill Elementary School students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Castle Hill Elementary School?
Castle Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Castle Hill Elementary School offer ?
Castle Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Castle Hill Elementary School part of?
Castle Hill Elementary School is part of Broward School District.
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