Serving 784 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Tropical Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher 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 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 784 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tropical Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Tropical Elementary School's student population of 784 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
784 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 3, 2026
School Rankings
Tropical Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tropical Elementary School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#757 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
40%
37%
Black
20%
21%
White
32%
35%
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
39%
47%
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 Tropical Elementary School's ranking?
Tropical Elementary School is ranked #757 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Tropical Elementary School often compared to?
Tropical Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Plantation Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Tropical Elementary School?
784 students attend Tropical Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Tropical Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 20% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tropical Elementary School?
Tropical Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tropical Elementary School offer ?
Tropical Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tropical Elementary School part of?
Tropical Elementary School is part of Broward School District.
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