Serving 629 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pembroke Pines Elementary School ranks in the top 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 47% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 629 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pembroke Pines Elementary School's student population of 629 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
629 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. May 30, 2026
School Motto
Equity, Excellence, and Empowerment
School Mascot
Eagle
School Rankings
Pembroke Pines Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pembroke Pines Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#1582 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
48%
37%
Black
38%
21%
White
6%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pembroke Pines Elementary School's ranking?
Pembroke Pines Elementary School is ranked #1582 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Pembroke Pines Elementary School often compared to?
Pembroke Pines Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin Academy Pembroke Pines by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Pembroke Pines Elementary School?
629 students attend Pembroke Pines Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Pembroke Pines Elementary School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pembroke Pines Elementary School?
Pembroke Pines Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pembroke Pines Elementary School offer ?
Pembroke Pines Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pembroke Pines Elementary School part of?
Pembroke Pines Elementary School is part of Broward School District.
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