Very Good
#944 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 25% in state
North Side Elementary School
Elementary School · BROWARD
120 NE 11TH ST, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
Enrollment
288
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
288
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#944 of 3,778
In Fort Lauderdale
#5 of 30
public schools
In district
#82 of 319
BROWARD
Academic growth
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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About North Side Elementary School
North Side Elementary School is a public elementary school in Fort Lauderdale, FL, part of BROWARD. North Side Elementary School serves approximately 288 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. North Side Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #944 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for North Side Elementary School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
49% of students at North Side 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 Side Elementary School — Students at North Side Elementary School score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.1%
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: 8.2/10.
How North Side Elementary School Compares
See how North Side 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
120 NE 11TH ST, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering North Side Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WILTON MANORS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Wilton Manors), which scores slightly higher. Another option is SUNLAND PARK ACADEMY (rated 7.5/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, THURGOOD MARSHALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Fort Lauderdale, see our Fort Lauderdale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SUNRISE HIGH SCHOOL Ft. Lauderdale | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| THURGOOD MARSHALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| FORT LAUDERDALE HIGH SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| MOUNT BETHEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fort Lauderdale | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| ST ANTHONY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| WALKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| SUNLAND PARK ACADEMY Fort Lauderdale | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| VIRGINIA SHUMAN YOUNG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| HOLY TEMPLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fort Lauderdale | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS INC. Wilton Manors | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| JACK AND JILL CHILDREN'S CENTER Fort Lauderdale | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| FIDELIS ACADEMY Fort Lauderdale | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| THE INTERNATIONAL FAMILY ACADEMY Fort Lauderdale | 1.3 mi | 3.7 |
| S.O.U.L. ACADEMY Pompano Beach | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| BENNETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| SUNRISE MIDDLE SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| WILTON MANORS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wilton Manors | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
| LITTLE FLOWER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Wilton Manors | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| HAPPYLAND DAY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale | 1.6 mi | — |
| NORTH FORK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33304 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,951
Median Home Value
$556,400
Median Rent
$1,727/mo
Population
18,566
College Educated
51.1%
Homeownership
40.3%
Avg Commute
26.2 min
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Median Age
46.2
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| CHENEY ELEMENTARY Orlando, FL | 7.6 |
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| ESPIRITU SANTO CATHOLIC SCHOOL Safety Harbor, FL | 7.6 |
| JAMES M. ANDERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cross City, FL | 7.6 |
| K. E. CUNNINGHAM/CANAL POINT ELEMENTARY Canal Point, FL | 7.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about North Side Elementary School
What grades does North Side Elementary School serve?
North Side Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend North Side Elementary School?
North Side Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 288 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at North Side Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at North Side Elementary School is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does North Side Elementary School rank in FL?
North Side Elementary School ranks #944 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is North Side Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
North Side Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Side Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, North Side Elementary School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is North Side Elementary School a charter school?
No, North Side Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is North Side Elementary School a Title I school?
No, North Side Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North Side Elementary School?
78.1% of students at North Side 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
- 288
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Broward County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 49.3%
- Phone
- (754) 322-7450
Resources & Links
District
BROWARD- District Enrollment
- 251,408
- Schools in District
- 325
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,121
- District Rank
- #82 of 319
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