Serving 266 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, North Side 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 266 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Side Elementary School serves the east part of Fort Lauderdale, FL, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Families typically have a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Side Elementary School's student population of 266 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
266 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Side 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 North Side Elementary School is 0.31, 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
#2633 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
82%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
34%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)53.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
3%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 24-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 North Side Elementary School's ranking?
North Side Elementary School is ranked #2633 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are North Side Elementary School often compared to?
North Side Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bayview Elementary School, Bennett Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend North Side Elementary School?
266 students attend North Side Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of North Side Elementary School students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Side Elementary School?
North Side Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does North Side Elementary School offer ?
North Side Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Side Elementary School part of?
North Side Elementary School is part of Broward School District.
In what neighborhood is North Side Elementary School located?
North Side Elementary School is located in the South Middle River neighborhood of Fort Lauderdale, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in South Middle River.
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