Serving 603 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Tamarac Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 603 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tamarac Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Tamarac Elementary School's student population of 603 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
603 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Tamarac Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tamarac Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#1729 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
36%
36%
Black
46%
21%
White
12%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tamarac Elementary School's ranking?
Tamarac Elementary School is ranked #1729 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Tamarac Elementary School often compared to?
Tamarac Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Challenger Elementary School, Maplewood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Tamarac Elementary School?
603 students attend Tamarac Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Tamarac Elementary School students are Black, 36% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tamarac Elementary School?
Tamarac Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Tamarac Elementary School offer ?
Tamarac Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Tamarac Elementary School part of?
Tamarac Elementary School is part of Broward School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School
August 12, 2024 (Monday)
Schools Closed
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Schools Closed
November 26, 2024 (Tuesday)
Schools Closed
December 23, 2024 (Monday)
Schools Closed
December 27, 2024 (Friday)
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