Serving 421 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cresthaven 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 45-49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (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 (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 421 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cresthaven Elementary School serves the eastern part of Pompano Beach, FL, covering an attendance zone of approximately 3.2 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cresthaven Elementary School's student population of 421 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
421 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cresthaven 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 Cresthaven Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#2158 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
41%
38%
Black
51%
21%
White
6%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cresthaven Elementary School's ranking?
Cresthaven Elementary School is ranked #2158 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Cresthaven Elementary School often compared to?
Cresthaven Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Floranada Elementary School, Mcnab Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Cresthaven Elementary School?
421 students attend Cresthaven Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Cresthaven Elementary School students are Black, 41% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cresthaven Elementary School?
Cresthaven Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cresthaven Elementary School offer ?
Cresthaven Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cresthaven Elementary School part of?
Cresthaven Elementary School is part of Broward School District.
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