Serving 747 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Nova Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (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: 747 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: NOVA DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER ELEMENTARY's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Fort Lauderdale, FL, encompassing an area of approximately 1,322.8 square miles. The zone extends up to 44 miles from the school's location, with a typical drive time of 20-30 minutes to reach the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nova Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School's student population of 747 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
747 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nova Dwight D. Eisenhower 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 Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#1020 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
65%
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
5%
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)20.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
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 Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School's ranking?
Nova Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School is ranked #1020 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Nova Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School often compared to?
Nova Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nova Blanche Forman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Nova Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School?
747 students attend Nova Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Nova Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nova Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School?
Nova Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Nova Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School offer ?
Nova Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nova Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School part of?
Nova Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School is part of Broward School District.
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