Serving 450 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Silver Palms 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 75% (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 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 450 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Silver Palms Elementary School serves the southeastern part of Pembroke Pines, FL, encompassing an area of approximately 3 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive to the school of around 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.8 miles away.
- 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
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Silver Palms Elementary School's student population of 450 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
450 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Silver Palms 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 Silver Palms Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#486 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
49%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
26%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
17%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silver Palms Elementary School's ranking?
Silver Palms Elementary School is ranked #486 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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?
75% 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?
450 students attend Silver Palms Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Silver Palms Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 17% 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 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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