Serving 856 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Park Springs Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (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 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is equal to the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 856 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Park Springs Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Park Springs Elementary School's student population of 856 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
856 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Park Springs Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Park Springs Elementary School is 0.73, which is more 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
#776 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
29%
36%
Black
23%
21%
White
36%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Park Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Park Springs Elementary School is ranked #776 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Park Springs Elementary School?
856 students attend Park Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Park Springs Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Park Springs Elementary School?
Park Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Park Springs Elementary School offer ?
Park Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Park Springs Elementary School part of?
Park Springs Elementary School is part of Broward School District.
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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