Serving 858 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sawgrass Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (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 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 858 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Sawgrass Elementary School serves the eastern part of Fort Lauderdale, covering an area of approximately 6.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sawgrass 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
Sawgrass Elementary School's student population of 858 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
858 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Rankings
Sawgrass Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sawgrass Elementary School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#567 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
42%
38%
Black
26%
21%
White
24%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sawgrass Elementary School's ranking?
Sawgrass Elementary School is ranked #567 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Sawgrass Elementary School often compared to?
Sawgrass Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Flamingo Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Sawgrass Elementary School?
858 students attend Sawgrass Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Sawgrass Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 24% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sawgrass Elementary School?
Sawgrass Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sawgrass Elementary School offer ?
Sawgrass Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sawgrass Elementary School part of?
Sawgrass Elementary School is part of Broward School District.
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