Serving 660 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Orange Brook 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 27% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% 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: 660 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Orange Brook Elementary School's student population of 660 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
660 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Orange Brook Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orange Brook Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#2997 out of 3655 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
35%
36%
Black
57%
21%
White
4%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orange Brook Elementary School's ranking?
Orange Brook Elementary School is ranked #2997 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Orange Brook Elementary School often compared to?
Orange Brook Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hollywood Hills Elementary School, Sheridan Hills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Orange Brook Elementary School?
660 students attend Orange Brook Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Orange Brook Elementary School students are Black, 35% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Orange Brook Elementary School?
Orange Brook Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Orange Brook Elementary School offer ?
Orange Brook Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Orange Brook Elementary School part of?
Orange Brook Elementary School is part of Broward School District.
In what neighborhood is Orange Brook Elementary School located?
Orange Brook Elementary School is located in the Hollywood Hills neighborhood of Hollywood, FL. There are 5 other public schools located in Hollywood Hills.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Early Release Day / Last Day of School
June 10, 2024 (Monday)
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)
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