Serving 426 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Somerset Academy Riverside ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 426 students
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Somerset Academy Riverside's student population of 426 students has grown by 57% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
426 students
Total Classroom Teachers (22-23)
17 teachers
School Motto
Empowering students to explore global learning opportunities to promote and enrich their communities
School Rankings
Somerset Academy Riverside ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Somerset Academy Riverside is 0.63, 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
#1629 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
50%
38%
Black
33%
21%
White
14%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Somerset Academy Riverside's ranking?
Somerset Academy Riverside is ranked #1629 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Somerset Academy Riverside often compared to?
Somerset Academy Riversideis often viewed alongside schools like Parkside Elementary School, Panacea Prep Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Somerset Academy Riverside?
426 students attend Somerset Academy Riverside.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Somerset Academy Riverside students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Somerset Academy Riverside offer ?
Somerset Academy Riverside offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Somerset Academy Riverside part of?
Somerset Academy Riverside is part of Broward School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School
August 10, 2026 (Monday)
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