Very Good
#815 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 22% in state
Lauderhill Paul Turner Elementary School
Elementary School · BROWARD
1500 NW 49TH AVE, Lauderdale Lakes, FL 33313
Enrollment
566
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
566
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#815 of 3,778
In Lauderdale Lakes
#1 of 6
public schools
In district
#71 of 319
BROWARD
Academic growth
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Lauderhill Paul Turner Elementary School
Lauderhill Paul Turner Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lauderdale Lakes, FL, part of BROWARD. Lauderhill Paul Turner Elementary School serves approximately 566 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Lauderhill Paul Turner Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #815 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Lauderhill Paul Turner Elementary School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at Lauderhill Paul Turner 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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Lauderhill Paul Turner Elementary School — Students at Lauderhill Paul Turner Elementary School score 53% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
73%
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: 8.3/10.
How Lauderhill Paul Turner Elementary School Compares
See how Lauderhill Paul Turner 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
1500 NW 49TH AVE, Lauderdale Lakes, FL 33313
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lauderhill Paul Turner Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PLANTATION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Plantation), which scores slightly higher. Another option is SUPER SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Plantation), with a very similar rating. Additionally, LARKDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Lauderhill), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Lauderdale Lakes, see our Lauderdale Lakes schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33313 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$45,408
Median Home Value
$236,300
Median Rent
$1,608/mo
Population
64,228
College Educated
15%
Homeownership
44%
Avg Commute
27.6 min
Poverty Rate
22.9%
Median Age
34
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lauderhill Paul Turner Elementary School
What grades does Lauderhill Paul Turner Elementary School serve?
Lauderhill Paul Turner Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Lauderhill Paul Turner Elementary School?
Lauderhill Paul Turner Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 566 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lauderhill Paul Turner Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lauderhill Paul Turner 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 Lauderhill Paul Turner Elementary School rank in FL?
Lauderhill Paul Turner Elementary School ranks #815 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Lauderhill Paul Turner Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lauderhill Paul Turner Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Lauderhill Paul Turner Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lauderhill Paul Turner Elementary School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Lauderhill Paul Turner Elementary School a charter school?
No, Lauderhill Paul Turner Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lauderhill Paul Turner Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Lauderhill Paul Turner Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lauderhill Paul Turner Elementary School?
73.0% of students at Lauderhill Paul Turner 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
- 566
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 73.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Broward County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.7%
- Phone
- (754) 322-6700
Resources & Links
District
BROWARD- District Enrollment
- 251,408
- Schools in District
- 325
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,121
- District Rank
- #71 of 319
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