Serving 878 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sea Castle 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 67% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (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 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)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 878 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sea Castle Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Sea Castle Elementary School's student population of 878 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
878 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Sea Castle Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sea Castle Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#953 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
24%
38%
Black
67%
21%
White
2%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
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 Sea Castle Elementary School's ranking?
Sea Castle Elementary School is ranked #953 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Sea Castle Elementary School often compared to?
Sea Castle Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Palm Cove Elementary School, Pembroke Pines Charter Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Sea Castle Elementary School?
878 students attend Sea Castle Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Sea Castle Elementary School students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sea Castle Elementary School?
Sea Castle Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sea Castle Elementary School offer ?
Sea Castle Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sea Castle Elementary School part of?
Sea Castle Elementary School is part of Broward School District.
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