Serving 544 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dolphin Bay Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 544 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Dolphin Bay Elementary School serves the southeastern part of Hollywood, FL, covering an attendance zone of approximately 2.1 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 1.7 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dolphin Bay Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Dolphin Bay Elementary School's student population of 544 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
544 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dolphin Bay 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 Dolphin Bay Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#615 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
46%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
35%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
10%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Elementary School colors
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dolphin Bay Elementary School's ranking?
Dolphin Bay Elementary School is ranked #615 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Dolphin Bay Elementary School often compared to?
Dolphin Bay Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sunset Lakes Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Dolphin Bay Elementary School?
544 students attend Dolphin Bay Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Dolphin Bay Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dolphin Bay Elementary School?
Dolphin Bay Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dolphin Bay Elementary School offer ?
Dolphin Bay Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dolphin Bay Elementary School part of?
Dolphin Bay Elementary School is part of Broward School District.
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