Serving 893 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sawgrass Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (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 higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 893 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Sawgrass Elementary School's student population of 893 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
893 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sawgrass Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sawgrass Elementary School is 0.71, which is more 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
#789 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
41%
36%
Black
25%
21%
White
25%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 #789 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% 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?
893 students attend Sawgrass Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Sawgrass Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 25% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% 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 higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Sawgrass Elementary School offer ?
Sawgrass Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Sawgrass Elementary School part of?
Sawgrass 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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