Serving 657 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sunset Lakes Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 657 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sunset Lakes Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Sunset Lakes Elementary School's student population of 657 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
657 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Sunset Lakes Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunset Lakes Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#441 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
3%
Hispanic
46%
38%
Black
26%
21%
White
16%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunset Lakes Elementary School's ranking?
Sunset Lakes Elementary School is ranked #441 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Sunset Lakes Elementary School?
657 students attend Sunset Lakes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Sunset Lakes Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 16% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sunset Lakes Elementary School?
Sunset Lakes Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sunset Lakes Elementary School offer ?
Sunset Lakes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sunset Lakes Elementary School part of?
Sunset Lakes Elementary School is part of Broward School District.
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