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Pembroke Pines Elementary School

Elementary School · BROWARD

6700 SW 9TH ST, Pembroke Pines, FL 33023

Enrollment

629

Student-Teacher

18:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#2,065 of 3,778

In Pembroke Pines

#22 of 29

public schools

In district

#181 of 319

BROWARD

Academic performance

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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Pembroke Pines Elementary School

6.0/10

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About Pembroke Pines Elementary School

Pembroke Pines Elementary School is a public elementary school in Pembroke Pines, FL, part of BROWARD. Pembroke Pines Elementary School serves approximately 629 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18:1 student-teacher ratio. Pembroke Pines Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,065 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for Pembroke Pines Elementary School show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • FL avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.16 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.1Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57.3% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48.7% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg-3.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-6.5 pts
Overall Proficiency53% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected+5.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile58th
Resources & Environment6.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,121
Chronic Absenteeism26.4%

Pembroke Pines Elementary School — Students at Pembroke Pines Elementary School score 53% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

58.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 60.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
58.1% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 55.9% (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
77%
ELA
74%
2010
Math
76%
ELA
68%
2011
Math
68%
ELA
63%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
56%
ELA
48%
2015
Math
40%
ELA
45%
2016
Math
59%
ELA
54%
2017
Math
64%
ELA
55%
2018
Math
65%
ELA
55%
2019
Math
65%
ELA
55%
2020*
Math
46%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
46%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
57.3%
ELA
58.8%
2024
Math
57.3%
ELA
48.7%

* 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: 5.0/10.

How Pembroke Pines Elementary School Compares

See how Pembroke Pines Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
45th percentile in FL
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Growth
5.0/10
Average
Environment
6.8/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
58%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.4%

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

6700 SW 9TH ST, Pembroke Pines, FL 33023

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pembroke Pines Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SOMERSET ACADEMY EAST PREPARATORY (rated 9.4/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Miramar), which scores notably higher. Another option is HOLLYWOOD PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Hollywood), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MIRAMAR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Miramar), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Pembroke Pines, see our Pembroke Pines schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
YOUNG KIDZ ACADEMY Hollywood 0.7 mi
MCARTHUR HIGH SCHOOL Hollywood 0.7 mi 3.8
WEST HOLLYWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hollywood 0.8 mi 4.7
MIRAMAR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miramar 0.9 mi 6.8
RAINBOW MONTESSORI MULTICULTURAL SCHOOL Hollywood 1.0 mi 6.0
SOMERSET ACADEMY EAST PREPARATORY Miramar 1.0 mi 9.4
HOLLYWOOD PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hollywood 1.2 mi 8.5
APOLLO MIDDLE SCHOOL Hollywood 1.3 mi 5.0
LOVE OUTREACH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Miramar 1.3 mi
BOULEVARD HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY Hollywood 1.3 mi 6.7
I ZION CHILDREN ACADEMY Miramar 1.5 mi
ANNABEL C. PERRY PK-8 Miramar 1.6 mi 4.6
HENRY D PERRY EDUCATION CENTER Miramar 1.6 mi 4.3
SUNSHINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miramar 1.7 mi 5.6
KIDS OF PROMISE PRESCHOOL Pembroke Pines 1.6 mi
CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY HOLLYWOOD Hollywood 1.8 mi 7.0
CHAMINADE MADONNA COLLEGE PREPARATORY Hollywood 1.8 mi 6.7
NATIVITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Hollywood 1.9 mi 5.3
SHERIDAN PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hollywood 2.1 mi 6.5
BROWARD YOUTH TREATMENT CENTER Pembroke Pines 1.9 mi 4.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33023 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,003

Median Home Value

$344,500

Median Rent

$1,621/mo

Population

70,914

College Educated

19.5%

Homeownership

65.3%

Avg Commute

32.8 min

Poverty Rate

11.3%

Median Age

38.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pembroke Pines Elementary School

What grades does Pembroke Pines Elementary School serve?

Pembroke Pines Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Pembroke Pines Elementary School?

Pembroke Pines Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 629 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pembroke Pines Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Pembroke Pines Elementary School is 18:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pembroke Pines Elementary School rank in FL?

Pembroke Pines Elementary School ranks #2,065 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Pembroke Pines Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Pembroke Pines Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Pembroke Pines Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pembroke Pines Elementary School has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Pembroke Pines Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Pembroke Pines Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Pembroke Pines Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pembroke Pines Elementary School?

58.3% of students at Pembroke Pines 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
36 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
30 Some Transit
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
629
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Free/Reduced Lunch
58.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Broward County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.4%

District

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

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