Very Good
#1352 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 36% in state
Margate Elementary School
Elementary School · BROWARD
6300 NW 18TH ST, Margate, FL 33063
Enrollment
1,054
Student-Teacher
17.3:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
1,054
Student-Teacher
17.3:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,352 of 3,778
In Margate
#4 of 10
public schools
In district
#126 of 319
BROWARD
Academic performance
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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About Margate Elementary School
Margate Elementary School is a public elementary school in Margate, FL, part of BROWARD. Margate Elementary School serves approximately 1,054 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Margate Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,352 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Margate Elementary School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% 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
35% of students at Margate 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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Margate Elementary School — Students at Margate Elementary School score 59% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
53.5%
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: 6.8/10.
How Margate Elementary School Compares
See how Margate 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
6300 NW 18TH ST, Margate, FL 33063
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Margate Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RISE ACADEMY SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY (rated 9.0/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is RENAISSANCE CHARTER SCHOOL AT CORAL SPRINGS (rated 8.1/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Coral Springs), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SOMERSET ACADEMY RIVERSIDE (rated 8.0/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Coral Springs), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Margate, see our Margate schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FAITH BAPTIST ACADEMY Margate | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| HEBREW ACADEMY COMMUNITY SCHOOL Margate | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| WEST BROWARD ACADEMY Margate | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| ASCEND CAREER ACADEMY Margate | 0.8 mi | 4.0 |
| PHYL'S ACADEMY Margate | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| MARGATE MIDDLE SCHOOL Margate | 1.0 mi | 4.0 |
| MERIDIAN HIGH SCHOOL Margate | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| ALPHABET LAND-MARGATE Margate | 1.1 mi | — |
| ABUNDANT LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Margate | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| SUNED HIGH SCHOOL OF NORTH BROWARD Margate | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| LIBERTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Margate | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| ATLANTIC TECHNICAL COLLEGE Margate | 1.2 mi | 8.5 |
| RISE ACADEMY SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY Margate | 1.3 mi | 9.0 |
| BROWARD MATH AND SCIENCE SCHOOLS Margate | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| ATLANTIC WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Margate | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| RENAISSANCE CHARTER SCHOOL AT CORAL SPRINGS Coral Springs | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| DAVE THOMAS EDUCATION CENTER WEST Coconut Creek | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL Margate | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| CORAL SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL Coral Springs | 1.7 mi | 4.2 |
| SOMERSET ACADEMY RIVERSIDE Coral Springs | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33063 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,930
Median Home Value
$270,100
Median Rent
$1,790/mo
Population
55,539
College Educated
27.8%
Homeownership
73.7%
Avg Commute
29.1 min
Poverty Rate
11.3%
Median Age
45.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ARBOR RIDGE K-8 Orlando, FL | 7.0 |
| BERRYHILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Milton, FL | 7.0 |
| BUCK LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tallahassee, FL | 7.0 |
| CHRISTA MCAULIFFE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palm Bay, FL | 7.0 |
| CIMINO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Valrico, FL | 7.0 |
| GULF COAST CHARTER ACADEMY SOUTH Naples, FL | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Margate Elementary School
What grades does Margate Elementary School serve?
Margate Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Margate Elementary School?
Margate Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 1,054 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Margate Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Margate Elementary School is 17.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Margate Elementary School rank in FL?
Margate Elementary School ranks #1,352 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Margate Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Margate 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 Margate Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Margate Elementary School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Margate Elementary School a charter school?
No, Margate Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Margate Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Margate Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Margate Elementary School?
53.5% of students at Margate 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 1,054
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 61
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 53.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Broward County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.8%
- Phone
- (754) 322-6900
Resources & Links
District
BROWARD- District Enrollment
- 251,408
- Schools in District
- 325
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,121
- District Rank
- #126 of 319
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