Serving 472 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Silver Palms 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 69% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 472 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Silver Palms Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Silver Palms Elementary School's student population of 472 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
472 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Silver Palms 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 Silver Palms Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#756 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
51%
37%
Black
24%
21%
White
17%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silver Palms Elementary School's ranking?
Silver Palms Elementary School is ranked #756 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Silver Palms Elementary School often compared to?
Silver Palms Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeside Elementary School, Franklin Academy Pembroke Pines by visitors of our site.
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 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Silver Palms Elementary School?
472 students attend Silver Palms Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Silver Palms Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 17% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Silver Palms Elementary School?
Silver Palms Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Silver Palms Elementary School offer ?
Silver Palms Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Silver Palms Elementary School part of?
Silver Palms Elementary School is part of Broward School District.
In what neighborhood is Silver Palms Elementary School located?
Silver Palms Elementary School is located in the Town Gate neighborhood of Pembroke Pines, FL.
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