Very Good
#1355 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 36% in state
Lakeside Elementary School
Elementary School · BROWARD
900 NW 136 AVE, Pembroke Pines, FL 33028
Enrollment
574
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
574
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,355 of 3,778
In Pembroke Pines
#16 of 29
public schools
In district
#129 of 319
BROWARD
Equity
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Lakeside Elementary School
Elementary School in Pembroke Pines · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Lakeside Elementary School
Lakeside Elementary School is a public elementary school in Pembroke Pines, FL, part of BROWARD. Lakeside Elementary School serves approximately 574 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Lakeside Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,355 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Lakeside Elementary School show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Lakeside 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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Lakeside Elementary School — Students at Lakeside Elementary School score 75% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
42%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 5.3/10.
How Lakeside Elementary School Compares
See how Lakeside 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
900 NW 136 AVE, Pembroke Pines, FL 33028
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lakeside Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RENAISSANCE CHARTER MIDDLE SCHOOL AT PINES (rated 9.4/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PEMBROKE LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FRANKLIN ACADEMY COOPER CITY (rated 8.6/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Cooper City), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pembroke Pines, see our Pembroke Pines schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33028 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$111,553
Median Home Value
$521,600
Median Rent
$2,417/mo
Population
27,984
College Educated
56.8%
Homeownership
78.7%
Avg Commute
30.2 min
Poverty Rate
4.6%
Median Age
41.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lakeside Elementary School
What grades does Lakeside Elementary School serve?
Lakeside Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Lakeside Elementary School?
Lakeside Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 574 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lakeside Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lakeside Elementary School is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lakeside Elementary School rank in FL?
Lakeside Elementary School ranks #1,355 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Lakeside Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lakeside Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Lakeside Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lakeside Elementary School has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Lakeside Elementary School a charter school?
No, Lakeside Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lakeside Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Lakeside Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lakeside Elementary School?
42.0% of students at Lakeside 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
- 574
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 42.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Broward County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.5%
- Phone
- (754) 323-6400
Resources & Links
District
BROWARD- District Enrollment
- 251,408
- Schools in District
- 325
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,121
- District Rank
- #129 of 319
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