Serving 468 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rock Island Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 468 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rock Island Elementary School serves the eastern part of Fort Lauderdale, covering an area of approximately 1.9 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive from the school. The furthest edge of the attendance zone is about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rock Island Elementary School's student population of 468 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
468 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1959
School Calendar
Campus Size
5 acres
School Rankings
Rock Island Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rock Island Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#2633 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Hispanic
10%
38%
Black
88%
21%
White
2%
34%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rock Island Elementary School's ranking?
Rock Island Elementary School is ranked #2633 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Rock Island Elementary School often compared to?
Rock Island Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dillard Elementary School, Plantation Elementary School, Peters Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Rock Island Elementary School?
468 students attend Rock Island Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Rock Island Elementary School students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rock Island Elementary School?
Rock Island Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Rock Island Elementary School offer ?
Rock Island Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rock Island Elementary School part of?
Rock Island Elementary School is part of Broward School District.
In what neighborhood is Rock Island Elementary School located?
Rock Island Elementary School is located in the Central Fort Lauderdale neighborhood of Fort Lauderdale, FL. There are 3 other public schools located in Central Fort Lauderdale.
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