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Oakland Park Elementary School

Elementary School · BROWARD

936 NE 33RD ST, Oakland Park, FL 33334

Enrollment

548

Student-Teacher

14.8:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#2,572 of 3,778

In Oakland Park

#2 of 6

public schools

In district

#226 of 319

BROWARD

School environment

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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5.3/10

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About Oakland Park Elementary School

Oakland Park Elementary School is a public elementary school in Oakland Park, FL, part of BROWARD. Oakland Park Elementary School serves approximately 548 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Oakland Park Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,572 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for Oakland Park Elementary School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.6 pts below district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • FL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

38% of students at Oakland Park 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.9Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.19 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.6Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency36.7% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38.3% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg-23.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-16.9 pts
Overall Proficiency38% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected-7.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile27th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,121
Chronic Absenteeism38.1%

Oakland Park Elementary School — Students at Oakland Park Elementary School score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

64.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 41.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
58.1% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 42.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.2% (2024 FAST)

Based on 34 test records from FL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
72%
ELA
58%
2010
Math
66%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
46%
ELA
40%
2012
Math
46%
ELA
43%
2013
Math
43%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
40%
ELA
33%
2015
Math
30%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
40%
ELA
31%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
33%
2018
Math
38%
ELA
45%
2019
Math
38%
ELA
45%
2020*
Math
31%
ELA
45%
2021*
Math
31%
ELA
45%
2022
Math
34.1%
ELA
56.4%
2024
Math
36.7%
ELA
38.3%

* 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: 4.9/10.

How Oakland Park Elementary School Compares

See how Oakland Park Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.3/10
32th percentile in FL
Academic
4.6/10
Below Average
Growth
4.9/10
Below Average
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
65%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
38.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

936 NE 33RD ST, Oakland Park, FL 33334

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Oakland Park Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FLORANADA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Fort Lauderdale), which scores notably higher. Another option is SOMERSET VILLAGE ACADEMY (rated 8.3/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Wilton Manors), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WILTON MANORS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Wilton Manors), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Oakland Park, see our Oakland Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Oakland Park 0.2 mi 6.3
LITTLE FLOWER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Wilton Manors 0.6 mi 5.2
CARE AND SHARE UXBRIDGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Oakland Park 0.7 mi 7.2
ST MARK'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Oakland Park 0.7 mi 7.6
WILTON MANORS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wilton Manors 0.8 mi 8.0
SOMERSET ACADEMY VILLAGE CHARTER MIDDLE SCHOOL Wilton Manors 0.9 mi 9.0
SOMERSET VILLAGE ACADEMY Wilton Manors 0.9 mi 8.3
PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS INC. Wilton Manors 1.1 mi 6.0
LLOYD ESTATES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oakland Park 1.2 mi 4.2
PRIDE & JOY LEARNING Oakland Park 1.3 mi 4.8
FORT LAUDERDALE HIGH SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale 1.4 mi 6.5
FLORANADA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale 1.6 mi 9.2
MILLENNIUM LEADERSHIP CHRISTIAN ACADEMY INC Oakland Park 1.6 mi 5.0
FUVIS LEARNING CENTER Oakland Park 1.6 mi
FIDELIS ACADEMY Fort Lauderdale 1.6 mi 5.8
HOLY TEMPLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fort Lauderdale 1.7 mi 5.6
BENNETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale 1.7 mi 5.1
SHEPHERD OF THE COAST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale 1.7 mi 7.3
SUNRISE MIDDLE SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale 1.8 mi 6.0
NORTHEAST HIGH SCHOOL Oakland Park 1.9 mi 3.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33334 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,512

Median Home Value

$430,500

Median Rent

$1,615/mo

Population

30,889

College Educated

32.7%

Homeownership

56.4%

Avg Commute

26.4 min

Poverty Rate

14%

Median Age

41.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Oakland Park Elementary School

What grades does Oakland Park Elementary School serve?

Oakland Park Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Oakland Park Elementary School?

Oakland Park Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 548 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Oakland Park Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Oakland Park Elementary School is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Oakland Park Elementary School rank in FL?

Oakland Park Elementary School ranks #2,572 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Oakland Park Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Oakland Park Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Oakland Park Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Oakland Park Elementary School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Oakland Park Elementary School a charter school?

No, Oakland Park Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Oakland Park Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Oakland Park Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Oakland Park Elementary School?

64.6% of students at Oakland Park 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
91 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
38 Some Transit
Bike Score
64 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
548
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Free/Reduced Lunch
64.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Broward County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
38.1%

District

BROWARD
District Enrollment
251,408
Schools in District
325
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,121
District Rank
#226 of 319

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