Serving 504 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Peters Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower 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 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 504 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Peters Elementary School serves the eastern part of Fort Lauderdale, covering an area of approximately 3.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest zone edge located about 2.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Peters Elementary School's student population of 504 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
504 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Peters 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 Peters Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#1450 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
23%
38%
Black
58%
21%
White
12%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.9%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peters Elementary School's ranking?
Peters Elementary School is ranked #1450 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Peters Elementary School often compared to?
Peters Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Plantation Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Peters Elementary School?
504 students attend Peters Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Peters Elementary School students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Peters Elementary School?
Peters Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Peters Elementary School offer ?
Peters Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Peters Elementary School part of?
Peters Elementary School is part of Broward School District.
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