Serving 1,121 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Riverglades 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 77% (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 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% 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: 1,121 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverglades 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
Riverglades Elementary School's student population of 1,121 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,121 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Riverglades Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverglades 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
#307 out of 3704 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
32%
36%
Black
6%
21%
White
49%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverglades Elementary School's ranking?
Riverglades Elementary School is ranked #307 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Riverglades Elementary School often compared to?
Riverglades Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heron Heights Elementary School, Park Trails 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 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Riverglades Elementary School?
1,121 students attend Riverglades Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Riverglades Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riverglades Elementary School?
Riverglades Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Riverglades Elementary School offer ?
Riverglades Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Riverglades Elementary School part of?
Riverglades Elementary School is part of Broward School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School
August 12, 2024 (Monday)
Schools Closed
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Schools Closed
November 26, 2024 (Tuesday)
Schools Closed
December 23, 2024 (Monday)
Schools Closed
December 27, 2024 (Friday)
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