Serving 464 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dania 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 51% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 464 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dania Elementary School serves the eastern part of Dania, FL, covering an area of approximately 6.4 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 3.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dania Elementary School's student population of 464 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
464 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dania 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 Dania Elementary School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1918 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
39%
38%
Black
32%
21%
White
22%
34%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dania Elementary School's ranking?
Dania Elementary School is ranked #1918 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Dania Elementary School often compared to?
Dania Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Collins Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Dania Elementary School?
464 students attend Dania Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Dania Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 22% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dania Elementary School?
Dania Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dania Elementary School offer ?
Dania Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dania Elementary School part of?
Dania Elementary School is part of Broward School District.
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