Very Good
#1279 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 34% in state
North Fork Elementary School
Elementary School · BROWARD
101 NW 15TH AVE, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311
Enrollment
413
Student-Teacher
19.7:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
413
Student-Teacher
19.7:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,279 of 3,778
In Fort Lauderdale
#9 of 30
public schools
In district
#120 of 319
BROWARD
Academic growth
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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About North Fork Elementary School
North Fork Elementary School is a public elementary school in Fort Lauderdale, FL, part of BROWARD. North Fork Elementary School serves approximately 413 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 19.7:1 student-teacher ratio. North Fork Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,279 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for North Fork Elementary School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
48% of students at North Fork 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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North Fork Elementary School — Students at North Fork Elementary School score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.3%
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: 8.1/10.
How North Fork Elementary School Compares
See how North Fork 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
101 NW 15TH AVE, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering North Fork Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WESTWOOD HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is SUNLAND PARK ACADEMY (rated 7.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, THURGOOD MARSHALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Fort Lauderdale, see our Fort Lauderdale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| S.O.U.L. ACADEMY Pompano Beach | 0.5 mi | 4.1 |
| THE INTERNATIONAL FAMILY ACADEMY Fort Lauderdale | 0.5 mi | 3.7 |
| WALKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| BROWARD DETENTION CENTER Fort Lauderdale | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| LEADERSHIP PREPARATORY ACADEMY Fort Lauderdale | 0.6 mi | — |
| PERMISSION TO SUCCEED ACADEMY Fort Lauderdale | 0.6 mi | — |
| JACK AND JILL CHILDREN'S CENTER Fort Lauderdale | 0.6 mi | 5.4 |
| STRANAHAN HIGH SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale | 0.8 mi | 3.9 |
| SUNLAND PARK ACADEMY Fort Lauderdale | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| MOUNT BETHEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fort Lauderdale | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| SUNRISE HIGH SCHOOL Ft. Lauderdale | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| RIVERLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| THURGOOD MARSHALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| DILLARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| DILLARD 6-12 Fort Lauderdale | 1.4 mi | 3.6 |
| OUR LADY QUEEN OF MARTYRS SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| WESTWOOD HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| MURL WINDSOR ACADEMY AT HOLLYWOOD Fort Lauderdale | 1.5 mi | 4.5 |
| ST THOMAS AQUINAS HIGH SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale | 1.5 mi | 4.2 |
| SUNED HIGH OF SOUTH BROWARD Ft. Lauderdale | 1.6 mi | 2.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33311 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,918
Median Home Value
$276,600
Median Rent
$1,385/mo
Population
73,280
College Educated
17.9%
Homeownership
47.9%
Avg Commute
27.6 min
Poverty Rate
24.6%
Median Age
35.8
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| ACREAGE PINES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Loxahatchee, FL | 7.1 |
| ADVANTAGE ACADEMY OF HILLSBOROUGH Plant City, FL | 7.1 |
| ANCHOR ACADEMY Atlantic Beach, FL | 7.1 |
| APALACHICOLA BAY CHARTER SCHOOL Apalachicola, FL | 7.1 |
| AZALEA PARK ELEMENTARY Orlando, FL | 7.1 |
| BEN GAMLA CHARTER SCHOOL SOUTH BROWARD Miami, FL | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about North Fork Elementary School
What grades does North Fork Elementary School serve?
North Fork Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend North Fork Elementary School?
North Fork Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 413 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at North Fork Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at North Fork Elementary School is 19.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does North Fork Elementary School rank in FL?
North Fork Elementary School ranks #1,279 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is North Fork Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
North Fork Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 North Fork Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, North Fork Elementary School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is North Fork Elementary School a charter school?
No, North Fork Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is North Fork Elementary School a Title I school?
No, North Fork Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North Fork Elementary School?
84.3% of students at North Fork 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
- 413
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Broward County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.9%
- Phone
- (754) 322-7350
Resources & Links
District
BROWARD- District Enrollment
- 251,408
- Schools in District
- 325
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,121
- District Rank
- #120 of 319
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