Serving 609 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Virginia Shuman Young Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 81% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 609 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Virginia Shuman Young 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
Virginia Shuman Young Elementary School's student population of 609 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
609 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Virginia Shuman Young Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Virginia Shuman Young 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
#343 out of 3662 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
22%
38%
Black
26%
21%
White
43%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Virginia Shuman Young Elementary School's ranking?
Virginia Shuman Young Elementary School is ranked #343 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Virginia Shuman Young Elementary School often compared to?
Virginia Shuman Young Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bayview Elementary School, Harbordale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Virginia Shuman Young Elementary School?
609 students attend Virginia Shuman Young Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Virginia Shuman Young Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Virginia Shuman Young Elementary School?
Virginia Shuman Young Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Virginia Shuman Young Elementary School offer ?
Virginia Shuman Young Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Virginia Shuman Young Elementary School part of?
Virginia Shuman Young Elementary School is part of Broward School District.
In what neighborhood is Virginia Shuman Young Elementary School located?
Virginia Shuman Young Elementary School is located in the Victoria Park neighborhood of Fort Lauderdale, FL.
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