Serving 605 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, North Lauderdale 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 46% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 605 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Lauderdale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
North Lauderdale Elementary School's student population of 605 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
605 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Lauderdale Elementary 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 North Lauderdale Elementary School is 0.36, 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
#2656 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Hispanic
14%
38%
Black
79%
21%
White
6%
34%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Lauderdale Elementary School's ranking?
North Lauderdale Elementary School is ranked #2656 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?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend North Lauderdale Elementary School?
605 students attend North Lauderdale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of North Lauderdale Elementary School students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Lauderdale Elementary School?
North Lauderdale Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does North Lauderdale Elementary School offer ?
North Lauderdale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Lauderdale Elementary School part of?
North Lauderdale Elementary School is part of Broward School District.
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