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Peters Elementary School

Elementary School · BROWARD

851 NW 68TH AVE, Plantation, FL 33317

Enrollment

597

Student-Teacher

16.1:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#2,427 of 3,778

In Plantation

#7 of 12

public schools

In district

#217 of 319

BROWARD

Equity

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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Peters Elementary School

5.5/10

Elementary School in Plantation · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Peters Elementary School

Peters Elementary School is a public elementary school in Plantation, FL, part of BROWARD. Peters Elementary School serves approximately 597 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Peters Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,427 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for Peters Elementary School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.4 pts below district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • FL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

36% of students at Peters 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 Progress3.6Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.5 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.9Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency60% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency54.7% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg-0.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-0.5 pts
Overall Proficiency57% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected+11.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile69th
Resources & Environment6.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,121
Chronic Absenteeism36.2%

Peters Elementary School — Students at Peters Elementary School score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

63.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 57.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
58.1% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 55.2% (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
78%
ELA
79%
2011
Math
68%
ELA
61%
2012
Math
58%
ELA
56%
2013
Math
50%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
54%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
64%
ELA
49%
2016
Math
63%
ELA
55%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
53%
2018
Math
58%
ELA
54%
2019
Math
58%
ELA
54%
2020*
Math
31%
ELA
43%
2021*
Math
31%
ELA
43%
2022
Math
48.6%
ELA
50.1%
2024
Math
60%
ELA
54.7%

* 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: 3.6/10.

How Peters Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.5/10
36th percentile in FL
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Growth
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.9/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
63%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
36.2%

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

851 NW 68TH AVE, Plantation, FL 33317

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Peters Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THE BLAKE SCHOOL OF PLANTATION (rated 8.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LAUDERHILL PAUL TURNER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Lauderdale Lakes), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Plantation, see our Plantation schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
PLANTATION MIDDLE SCHOOL Plantation 0.2 mi 4.3
DICKENS SANOMI ACADEMY Plantation 0.3 mi 7.5
MIZRAHI TORAH ACADEMY Plantation 0.3 mi 7.2
MIZRAHI TORAH ACADEMY Plantation 0.3 mi 7.1
RENAISSANCE CHARTER SCHOOL AT PLANTATION Plantation 0.3 mi 5.4
BEN GAMLA CHARTER SCHOOL SOUTH BROWARD Miami 0.3 mi 7.1
AMERICAN HIGH SCHOOL Plantation 0.5 mi 8.3
AMERICAN HIGH SCHOOL LLC Plantation 0.5 mi 3.5
MIRROR LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plantation 0.5 mi 7.7
PLANTATION HIGH SCHOOL Plantation 0.8 mi 5.0
THE BLAKE SCHOOL OF PLANTATION Plantation 1.1 mi 8.2
OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN SCHOOL Plantation 1.0 mi 8.0
VILLAGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sunrise 1.3 mi 5.4
ROYAL PALM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lauderhill 1.5 mi 5.9
ENDEAVOUR PRIMARY LEARNING CENTER Lauderhill 1.9 mi 6.1
LAUDERHILL 6-12 Lauderhill 1.8 mi 7.2
LAUDERHILL PAUL TURNER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lauderdale Lakes 1.8 mi 7.8
PLANTATION PARK ELEMENTARY Plantation 2.1 mi 7.4
BROWARD JUNIOR ACADEMY Plantation 2.0 mi 4.5
TROPICAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plantation 2.2 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33317 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$84,239

Median Home Value

$449,900

Median Rent

$1,986/mo

Population

37,008

College Educated

35.7%

Homeownership

73.8%

Avg Commute

28.9 min

Poverty Rate

12%

Median Age

42

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Peters Elementary School

What grades does Peters Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Peters Elementary School?

Peters Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 597 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Peters Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Peters Elementary School is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Peters Elementary School rank in FL?

Peters Elementary School ranks #2,427 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Peters Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Peters Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Peters Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Peters Elementary School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Peters Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Peters Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

63.1% of students at Peters 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
45 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
33 Some Transit
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
597
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Free/Reduced Lunch
63.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Broward County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
36.2%

District

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

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