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#2576 of 3,778 schools in FL
Quiet Waters Elementary School
Elementary School · BROWARD
4150 W HILLSBORO BLVD, Deerfield Beach, FL 33442
Enrollment
1,138
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
1,138
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,576 of 3,778
In Deerfield Beach
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#230 of 319
BROWARD
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Quiet Waters Elementary School
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About Quiet Waters Elementary School
Quiet Waters Elementary School is a public elementary school in Deerfield Beach, FL, part of BROWARD. Quiet Waters Elementary School serves approximately 1,138 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Quiet Waters Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,576 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Quiet Waters Elementary School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Quiet Waters 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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Quiet Waters Elementary School — Students at Quiet Waters Elementary School score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50.6%
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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 3.9/10.
How Quiet Waters Elementary School Compares
See how Quiet Waters 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
4150 W HILLSBORO BLVD, Deerfield Beach, FL 33442
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Quiet Waters Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HAMMOCK POINTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Boca Raton), which scores notably higher. Another option is VERDE K-8 (rated 8.2/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Boca Raton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SOMERSET ACADEMY POMPANO (K-5) (rated 8.0/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Pompano Beach), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Deerfield Beach, see our Deerfield Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33442 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,413
Median Home Value
$231,400
Median Rent
$1,952/mo
Population
31,146
College Educated
32.4%
Homeownership
71%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
13.4%
Median Age
51.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Quiet Waters Elementary School
What grades does Quiet Waters Elementary School serve?
Quiet Waters Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Quiet Waters Elementary School?
Quiet Waters Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 1,138 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Quiet Waters Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Quiet Waters Elementary School is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Quiet Waters Elementary School rank in FL?
Quiet Waters Elementary School ranks #2,576 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Quiet Waters Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Quiet Waters Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Quiet Waters Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Quiet Waters Elementary School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Quiet Waters Elementary School a charter school?
No, Quiet Waters Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Quiet Waters Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Quiet Waters Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Quiet Waters Elementary School?
50.6% of students at Quiet Waters 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
- 1,138
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 65
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Broward County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.4%
- Phone
- (754) 322-8100
Resources & Links
District
BROWARD- District Enrollment
- 251,408
- Schools in District
- 325
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,121
- District Rank
- #230 of 319
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