Serving 551 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Oakland Park 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 35% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 551 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oakland Park Elementary School's student population of 551 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
551 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oakland Park Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oakland Park Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#2124 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
57%
36%
Black
36%
21%
White
5%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakland Park Elementary School's ranking?
Oakland Park Elementary School is ranked #2124 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Oakland Park Elementary School often compared to?
Oakland Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Floranada Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Oakland Park Elementary School?
551 students attend Oakland Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Oakland Park Elementary School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oakland Park Elementary School?
Oakland Park Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Oakland Park Elementary School offer ?
Oakland Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Oakland Park Elementary School part of?
Oakland Park Elementary School is part of Broward School District.
In what neighborhood is Oakland Park Elementary School located?
Oakland Park Elementary School is located in the Central Oakland Park neighborhood of Fort Lauderdale, FL.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School
August 12, 2024 (Monday)
Schools Closed
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Schools Closed
November 26, 2024 (Tuesday)
Schools Closed
December 23, 2024 (Monday)
Schools Closed
December 27, 2024 (Friday)
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