Serving 608 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hawkes Bluff Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 608 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Hawkes Bluff Elementary School serves the southeast part of Fort Lauderdale, covering an area of approximately 11.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hawkes Bluff Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hawkes Bluff Elementary School's student population of 608 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
608 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hawkes Bluff Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hawkes Bluff Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#207 out of 3662 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
58%
38%
Black
6%
21%
White
26%
34%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
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 Hawkes Bluff Elementary School's ranking?
Hawkes Bluff Elementary School is ranked #207 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Hawkes Bluff Elementary School often compared to?
Hawkes Bluff Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Everglades Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Hawkes Bluff Elementary School?
608 students attend Hawkes Bluff Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Hawkes Bluff Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hawkes Bluff Elementary School?
Hawkes Bluff Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hawkes Bluff Elementary School offer ?
Hawkes Bluff Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hawkes Bluff Elementary School part of?
Hawkes Bluff Elementary School is part of Broward School District.
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