Very Good
#871 of 3,777 schools in FL
Top 23% in state
Park Trails Elementary School
Elementary School · BROWARD
10700 TRAILS END, Parkland, FL 33076
Enrollment
1,025
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
1,025
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Parkland
#3 of 4
public schools
Florida elementary schools
#785 of 2,196
In district
#61 of 319
BROWARD
Equity
8.4 / 10
Very strong
About Park Trails Elementary School
Park Trails Elementary School serves 1,025 students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade in Parkland, Florida, ranking impressively at #362 out of 3,816 schools statewide and earning a strong 8.4 out of 10 MySchoolScout rating. With 54 full-time equivalent teachers maintaining a 19:1 student-teacher ratio, the school demonstrates solid academic performance with 78% of students scoring proficient or above in ELA/Reading and an impressive 86% reaching proficiency in Math. The school's academic success reflects its location in an affluent Broward County community where the median household income reaches $164,389 and 60% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher.
With a poverty rate of just 3.9%, the neighborhood provides substantial educational support, contributing to the school's 9.5 out of 10 academic score. Park Trails Elementary benefits from its position in the 90th percentile among Florida elementary schools, indicating consistent high performance across grade levels. The substantial enrollment of over 1,000 students suggests the school offers diverse programming and resources while maintaining personalized attention through its reasonable class sizes.
Located on Trails End in Parkland's large suburban setting, Park Trails Elementary operates within one of South Florida's most desirable family communities, where median home values of $676,100 reflect the area's commitment to educational excellence.
Score Breakdown
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Park Trails Elementary School — Students at Park Trails Elementary School score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
14.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 10 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: 7.8/10.
How Park Trails Elementary School Compares
See how Park Trails Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 86% (2019) to 69% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 83% (2019) to 74% (2021).
Location
10700 TRAILS END, Parkland, FL 33076
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Park Trails Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WATERS EDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Boca Raton), which scores notably higher. Another option is SOMERSET PARKLAND ACADEMY (rated 8.1/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Miami), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, HERON HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Parkland, see our Parkland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33076 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$174,560
Median Home Value
$745,400
Median Rent
$3,243/mo
Population
44,263
College Educated
60.8%
Homeownership
84.8%
Avg Commute
30.3 min
Poverty Rate
3.9%
Median Age
38.6
Community Profile
The community surrounding Park Trails Elementary School has a median household income of $174,560. It is a well-educated community where 61% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $745,400, with a median rent of $3,243/month. The local poverty rate of 3.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| CLARENCE BOSWELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Auburndale, FL | 7.5 |
| DEER PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa, FL | 7.5 |
| ENTERPRISE LEARNING ACADEMY Jacksonville, FL | 7.5 |
| EVERGLADES ELEMENTARY West Palm Beach, FL | 7.5 |
| FOREST HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Coral Springs, FL | 7.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Park Trails Elementary School
What grades does Park Trails Elementary School serve?
Park Trails Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Park Trails Elementary School?
Park Trails Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 1,025 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Park Trails Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Park Trails Elementary School is 19:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Park Trails Elementary School rank in FL?
Park Trails Elementary School is ranked #871 out of 3,777 schools in FL.
What is Park Trails Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Park Trails Elementary School has a composite rating of 7.5 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Park Trails Elementary School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Park Trails Elementary School has 82.8% math proficiency and 78.2% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Park Trails Elementary School a charter school?
No, Park Trails Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Park Trails Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Park Trails Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Park Trails Elementary School?
14.3% of students at Park Trails 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
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 1,025
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 54
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 14.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Broward County
- Phone
- (754) 322-7800
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
BROWARD- District Enrollment
- 251,408
- Schools in District
- 325
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,121
- District Rank
- #61 of 319
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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