Serving 1,045 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Park Trails Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 69% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (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 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,045 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- 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 1,045 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,045 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Park Trails Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Park Trails Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#427 out of 3655 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
23%
36%
Black
7%
21%
White
59%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
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 #427 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Park Trails Elementary School?
1,045 students attend Park Trails Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Park Trails Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 4% 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 16:1.
What grades does Park Trails Elementary School offer ?
Park Trails Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Park Trails Elementary School part of?
Park Trails Elementary School is part of Broward School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Early Release Day / Last Day of School
June 10, 2024 (Monday)
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