Serving 597 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Chapel Trail Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher 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 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 597 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chapel Trail Elementary School serves the southeast part of Hollywood, FL, covering an attendance area of approximately 4.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.1 miles from the school to the zone's edge, and the furthest point being 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chapel Trail Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Chapel Trail Elementary School's student population of 597 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
597 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Motto
Excellence in Education
School Rankings
Chapel Trail Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chapel Trail 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
#710 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
63%
38%
Black
14%
21%
White
17%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.5%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chapel Trail Elementary School's ranking?
Chapel Trail Elementary School is ranked #710 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Chapel Trail Elementary School often compared to?
Chapel Trail Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin Academy Pembroke Pines by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Chapel Trail Elementary School?
597 students attend Chapel Trail Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Chapel Trail Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chapel Trail Elementary School?
Chapel Trail Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Chapel Trail Elementary School offer ?
Chapel Trail Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chapel Trail Elementary School part of?
Chapel Trail Elementary School is part of Broward School District.
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