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#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

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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.8Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-0.28 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2024
TrendStable
Academics8.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency69%
Reading/ELA Proficiency74%
Math vs. State Avg+8.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+18.8 pts
Overall Proficiency72%
Expected (poverty-adj.)68%
vs. Expected+3.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile74th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment5.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,419

Park Trails Elementary School — Students at Park Trails Elementary School score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

14.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 82.8%
School
State
58.1%
ELA Proficiency 78.2%
School
State
54.2%

Based on 10 test records from FL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2019
Math
86%
ELA
83%
2021*
Math
69%
ELA
74%
2024
Math
86.3%
ELA
78%

* 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.

Overall Score
7.5/10
77th percentile in FL
Academic
8.3/10
8.3/10
Growth
7.8/10
Above average
Environment
5.4/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
14%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
54 teachers

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 mi
School Distance Rating
HERON HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Parkland 0.5 mi 8.0
WESTGLADES MIDDLE SCHOOL Coral Springs 1.0 mi 6.7
MARJORY STONEMAN DOUGLAS HIGH SCHOOL Parkland 1.0 mi 5.9
SCORE AT THE TOP CORAL SPRINGS LLC Coral Springs 1.3 mi
COUNTRY HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Coral Springs 1.5 mi 7.7
ATLANTIS ACADEMY Coral Springs 1.5 mi 7.8
SUMMIT ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Coral Springs 1.5 mi 7.9
SOMERSET PARKLAND ACADEMY Miami 1.5 mi 8.1
EAGLE RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Coral Springs 1.7 mi 7.2
IMAGINE SCHOOLS AT BROWARD Coral Springs 1.9 mi 6.9
RIVERVIEW ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL Coral Springs 2.0 mi
CORAL SPRINGS MIDDLE SCHOOL Coral Springs 2.3 mi 5.5
CORAL SPRINGS PRESCHOOL Coral Springs 2.3 mi
CORAL PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Coral Springs 2.4 mi 6.4
WATERS EDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boca Raton 2.7 mi 8.7
CORAL SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Coral Springs 3.0 mi 6.2
CENTER ACADEMY Coral Springs 3.0 mi 6.5
RIVERGLADES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Parkland 3.0 mi 7.6
WEST BOCA RATON HIGH SCHOOL Boca Raton 3.3 mi 6.1
LOGGERS' RUN COMMUNITY MIDDLE SCHOOL Boca Raton 3.1 mi 6.5

Neighborhood 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.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
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
GULFSTREAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cutler Bay, FL 7.5

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

Walk Score
14 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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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
Data Year
2023–2024

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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