Below Average
#2872 of 3,778 schools in FL
Deerfield Beach Elementary School
Elementary School · BROWARD
650 NE 1ST ST, Deerfield Beach, FL 33441
Enrollment
615
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
615
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,872 of 3,778
In Deerfield Beach
#3 of 5
public schools
In district
#245 of 319
BROWARD
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Deerfield Beach Elementary School
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About Deerfield Beach Elementary School
Deerfield Beach Elementary School is a public elementary school in Deerfield Beach, FL, part of BROWARD. Deerfield Beach Elementary School serves approximately 615 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Deerfield Beach Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,872 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Deerfield Beach Elementary School show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 6.9
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at Deerfield Beach 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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Deerfield Beach Elementary School — Students at Deerfield Beach Elementary School score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
56.9%
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: 3.8/10.
How Deerfield Beach Elementary School Compares
See how Deerfield Beach 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
650 NE 1ST ST, Deerfield Beach, FL 33441
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Deerfield Beach Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SOMERSET ACADEMY BOCA EAST (rated 9.4/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Boca Raton), which scores notably higher. Another option is ADDISON MIZNER SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Boca Raton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DEERFIELD PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Deerfield Beach, see our Deerfield Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33441 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,257
Median Home Value
$381,700
Median Rent
$1,544/mo
Population
30,214
College Educated
27.8%
Homeownership
56.1%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
18.5%
Median Age
42.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Deerfield Beach Elementary School
What grades does Deerfield Beach Elementary School serve?
Deerfield Beach Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Deerfield Beach Elementary School?
Deerfield Beach Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 615 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Deerfield Beach Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Deerfield Beach Elementary School is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Deerfield Beach Elementary School rank in FL?
Deerfield Beach Elementary School ranks #2,872 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Deerfield Beach Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Deerfield Beach Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Deerfield Beach Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Deerfield Beach Elementary School has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Deerfield Beach Elementary School a charter school?
No, Deerfield Beach Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Deerfield Beach Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Deerfield Beach Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Deerfield Beach Elementary School?
56.9% of students at Deerfield Beach 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
- 615
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 56.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Broward County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.3%
- Phone
- (754) 322-6100
Resources & Links
District
BROWARD- District Enrollment
- 251,408
- Schools in District
- 325
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,121
- District Rank
- #245 of 319
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