Below Average
#3016 of 3,778 schools in FL
Coconut Creek Elementary School
Elementary School · BROWARD
500 NW 45TH AVE, Coconut Creek, FL 33066
Enrollment
469
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
469
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,016 of 3,778
In Coconut Creek
#7 of 9
public schools
In district
#260 of 319
BROWARD
School environment
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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Coconut Creek Elementary School
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About Coconut Creek Elementary School
Coconut Creek Elementary School is a public elementary school in Coconut Creek, FL, part of BROWARD. Coconut Creek Elementary School serves approximately 469 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Coconut Creek Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #3,016 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Coconut Creek Elementary School show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 6.9
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Coconut Creek Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Coconut Creek Elementary School — Students at Coconut Creek Elementary School score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
52%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.4/10.
How Coconut Creek Elementary School Compares
See how Coconut Creek Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
500 NW 45TH AVE, Coconut Creek, FL 33066
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Coconut Creek Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WEST BROWARD ACADEMY (rated 7.8/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Margate), which scores notably higher. Another option is MARGATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Margate), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CHARLES DREW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Pompano Beach), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Coconut Creek, see our Coconut Creek schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33066 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,721
Median Home Value
$212,000
Median Rent
$1,677/mo
Population
16,673
College Educated
36.1%
Homeownership
82.5%
Avg Commute
31.3 min
Poverty Rate
14%
Median Age
58.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Coconut Creek Elementary School
What grades does Coconut Creek Elementary School serve?
Coconut Creek Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Coconut Creek Elementary School?
Coconut Creek Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 469 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Coconut Creek Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Coconut Creek Elementary School is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Coconut Creek Elementary School rank in FL?
Coconut Creek Elementary School ranks #3,016 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Coconut Creek Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Coconut Creek Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Coconut Creek Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Coconut Creek Elementary School has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Coconut Creek Elementary School a charter school?
No, Coconut Creek Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Coconut Creek Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Coconut Creek Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Coconut Creek Elementary School?
52.0% of students at Coconut Creek Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 469
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 52.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Broward County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.1%
- Phone
- (754) 322-5800
Resources & Links
District
BROWARD- District Enrollment
- 251,408
- Schools in District
- 325
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,121
- District Rank
- #260 of 319
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