Serving 731 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Nova Blanche Forman Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 62% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% 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: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 731 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: NOVA BLANCHE FORMAN ELEMENTARY's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Fort Lauderdale, FL, covering approximately 1,322.8 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 44 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nova Blanche Forman Elementary School's student population of 731 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
731 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nova Blanche Forman Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nova Blanche Forman Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#1024 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
68%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
8%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-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 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
4%
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 Nova Blanche Forman Elementary School's ranking?
Nova Blanche Forman Elementary School is ranked #1024 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Nova Blanche Forman Elementary School often compared to?
Nova Blanche Forman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nova Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Nova Blanche Forman Elementary School?
731 students attend Nova Blanche Forman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Nova Blanche Forman Elementary School students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% 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 Nova Blanche Forman Elementary School?
Nova Blanche Forman Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Nova Blanche Forman Elementary School offer ?
Nova Blanche Forman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nova Blanche Forman Elementary School part of?
Nova Blanche Forman Elementary School is part of Broward School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I graduated Nova Blanche in the 2011-2012 school year and this school taught me a lot. I am now in the top classes and I owe most of my success to the teachers of Nova Blanche. :) :) :)
5 10/10/2025
I'm very impressed with the caliber of teachers and programs at this school and am so glad I enrolled my daughter early since kindergarten. When my daughter is around other kids her age range you can definitely see the difference. She's independent, well behaved, respectful, excelling academically and socially. We have a great partnership. We do our part at home and the school definitely does their part during the day. I definitely recommend this school. I have no regrets.
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