Serving 500 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lakeside Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (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 91% 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: 500 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lakeside Elementary School serves the southeast part of Pembroke Pines, FL, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 4.9 square miles. Families typically enjoy a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lakeside Elementary School's student population of 500 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
500 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lakeside Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakeside Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#1117 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Asian
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Hispanic
54%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Black
27%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
White
9%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
6%
4%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 25-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakeside Elementary School's ranking?
Lakeside Elementary School is ranked #1117 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Lakeside Elementary School often compared to?
Lakeside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Silver Palms Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lakeside Elementary School?
500 students attend Lakeside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Lakeside Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lakeside Elementary School?
Lakeside Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lakeside Elementary School offer ?
Lakeside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lakeside Elementary School part of?
Lakeside Elementary School is part of Broward School District.
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