Excellent
#536 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 14% in state
Plantation Elementary School
Elementary School · BROWARD
651 NW 42ND AVE, Plantation, FL 33317
Enrollment
572
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
572
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#536 of 3,778
In Plantation
#1 of 12
public schools
In district
#40 of 319
BROWARD
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Plantation Elementary School
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About Plantation Elementary School
Plantation Elementary School is a public elementary school in Plantation, FL, part of BROWARD. Plantation Elementary School serves approximately 572 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Plantation Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #536 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Plantation Elementary School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- District avg 6.9
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at Plantation 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
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Plantation Elementary School — Students at Plantation Elementary School score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 34 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: 9.2/10.
How Plantation Elementary School Compares
See how Plantation Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
651 NW 42ND AVE, Plantation, FL 33317
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Plantation Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LAUDERHILL PAUL TURNER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Lauderdale Lakes), with a comparable rating. Another option is SUPER SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. MONTESSORI ACADEMY (rated 7.5/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Lauderhill), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Plantation, see our Plantation schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 miNeighborhood 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 Plantation Elementary School
What grades does Plantation Elementary School serve?
Plantation Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Plantation Elementary School?
Plantation Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 572 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Plantation Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Plantation Elementary School is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Plantation Elementary School rank in FL?
Plantation Elementary School ranks #536 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Plantation Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Plantation Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Plantation Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Plantation Elementary School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Plantation Elementary School a charter school?
No, Plantation Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Plantation Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Plantation Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Plantation Elementary School?
67.0% of students at Plantation 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 572
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Broward County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.2%
- Phone
- (754) 322-8000
Resources & Links
District
BROWARD- District Enrollment
- 251,408
- Schools in District
- 325
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,121
- District Rank
- #40 of 319
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