Serving 981 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Park Trails Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (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 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 981 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Park Trails Elementary School serves the northeast part of Pompano Beach, FL, covering an area of approximately 13.3 square miles. Most families within the attendance zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 4.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Park Trails Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Park Trails Elementary School's student population of 981 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
981 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Park Trails Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Park Trails Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#225 out of 3662 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Asian
7%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Hispanic
24%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Black
9%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
White
53%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Park Trails Elementary School's ranking?
Park Trails Elementary School is ranked #225 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Park Trails Elementary School often compared to?
Park Trails Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heron Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Park Trails Elementary School?
981 students attend Park Trails Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Park Trails Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Park Trails Elementary School?
Park Trails Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Park Trails Elementary School offer ?
Park Trails Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Park Trails Elementary School part of?
Park Trails Elementary School is part of Broward School District.
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