Serving 222 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sunshine Elementary Charter School ranks in the bottom 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 222 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sunshine Elementary Charter School serves the southeast part of Hollywood, FL, covering an area of approximately 1.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 6.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sunshine Elementary Charter School's student population of 222 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
222 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sunshine Elementary Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunshine Elementary Charter School is 0.52, 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
#2703 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Hispanic
61%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Black
33%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
White
5%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunshine Elementary Charter School's ranking?
Sunshine Elementary Charter School is ranked #2703 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Sunshine Elementary Charter School?
222 students attend Sunshine Elementary Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Sunshine Elementary Charter School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sunshine Elementary Charter School?
Sunshine Elementary Charter School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sunshine Elementary Charter School offer ?
Sunshine Elementary Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sunshine Elementary Charter School part of?
Sunshine Elementary Charter School is part of Broward School District.
In what neighborhood is Sunshine Elementary Charter School located?
Sunshine Elementary Charter School is located in the North Central neighborhood of Hollywood, FL. There are 3 other public schools located in North Central.
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