Serving 399 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Watkins Elementary 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 45% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 399 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Watkins Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Watkins Elementary School's student population of 399 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
399 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Watkins Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Watkins Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#2268 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
29%
37%
Black
64%
21%
White
5%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
3%
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 Watkins Elementary School's ranking?
Watkins Elementary School is ranked #2268 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Watkins Elementary School often compared to?
Watkins Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Somerset Academy Elementary (Miramar Campus) by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Watkins Elementary School?
399 students attend Watkins Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Watkins Elementary School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Watkins Elementary School?
Watkins Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Watkins Elementary School offer ?
Watkins Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Watkins Elementary School part of?
Watkins Elementary School is part of Broward School District.
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