Serving 627 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pembroke Lakes Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (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 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 627 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Pembroke Lakes Elementary School serves the southeastern part of Hollywood, FL, covering an area of approximately 2.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.4 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pembroke Lakes 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
Pembroke Lakes Elementary School's student population of 627 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
627 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pembroke Lakes 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 Pembroke Lakes 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
#323 out of 3662 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
58%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
22%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
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)21.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-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 Pembroke Lakes Elementary School's ranking?
Pembroke Lakes Elementary School is ranked #323 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Pembroke Lakes Elementary School often compared to?
Pembroke Lakes Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Embassy Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% 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 Pembroke Lakes Elementary School?
627 students attend Pembroke Lakes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Pembroke Lakes Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pembroke Lakes Elementary School?
Pembroke Lakes Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pembroke Lakes Elementary School offer ?
Pembroke Lakes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pembroke Lakes Elementary School part of?
Pembroke Lakes Elementary School is part of Broward School District.
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