Serving 426 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Driftwood 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 40% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (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 88% 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: 426 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Driftwood Elementary School serves a 2.4 square mile area in the southeastern part of Hollywood, FL, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 5 to 10 minutes and distances to the edge of the zone averaging 1.3 miles. The furthest point from the school within the attendance zone is approximately 2.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Driftwood Elementary School's student population of 426 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
426 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Driftwood 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 Driftwood Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#2659 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
62%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
17%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
12%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
2%
4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Driftwood Elementary School's ranking?
Driftwood Elementary School is ranked #2659 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Driftwood Elementary School?
426 students attend Driftwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Driftwood Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Driftwood Elementary School?
Driftwood Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Driftwood Elementary School offer ?
Driftwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Driftwood Elementary School part of?
Driftwood Elementary School is part of Broward School District.
In what neighborhood is Driftwood Elementary School located?
Driftwood Elementary School is located in the Boulevard Heights neighborhood of Hollywood, FL. There are 5 other public schools located in Boulevard Heights.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
It is an okay school. But it should have an art program.
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