Serving 919 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Tradewinds Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (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 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 919 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tradewinds Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Tradewinds Elementary School's student population of 919 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
919 students
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Year Founded
1972
Campus Size
25 acres
School Motto
Empowering students for success
School Rankings
Tradewinds Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tradewinds Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#1147 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
50%
38%
Black
19%
21%
White
25%
34%
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
34%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Broward Panthers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tradewinds Elementary School's ranking?
Tradewinds Elementary School is ranked #1147 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Tradewinds Elementary School often compared to?
Tradewinds Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Winston Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Tradewinds Elementary School?
919 students attend Tradewinds Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Tradewinds Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 19% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tradewinds Elementary School?
Tradewinds Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tradewinds Elementary School offer ?
Tradewinds Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tradewinds Elementary School part of?
Tradewinds Elementary School is part of Broward School District.
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