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Riverland Elementary School

Elementary School · BROWARD

2600 SW 11TH CT, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312

Enrollment

465

Student-Teacher

17.2:1

Score

5.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#2,720 of 3,778

In Fort Lauderdale

#23 of 30

public schools

In district

#235 of 319

BROWARD

Equity

7.0 / 10

Very Good

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5.1/10

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About Riverland Elementary School

Riverland Elementary School is a public elementary school in Fort Lauderdale, FL, part of BROWARD. Riverland Elementary School serves approximately 465 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Riverland Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,720 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for Riverland Elementary School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.8 pts below district
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • FL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

46% of students at Riverland 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 Progress4.0Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.4 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47.3% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48.3% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg-13.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-6.9 pts
Overall Proficiency48% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected+6.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile52th
Resources & Environment5.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,121
Chronic Absenteeism46.2%

Riverland Elementary School — Students at Riverland Elementary School score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

73.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 47.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
58.1% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 45.5% (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
64%
ELA
78%
2010
Math
78%
ELA
68%
2011
Math
43%
ELA
58%
2012
Math
35%
ELA
43%
2013
Math
41%
ELA
43%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
36%
2015
Math
46%
ELA
34%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
39%
2017
Math
55%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
58%
ELA
44%
2019
Math
58%
ELA
44%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
29%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
29%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2024
Math
47.3%
ELA
48.3%

* 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: 4.0/10.

How Riverland Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.1/10
28th percentile in FL
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
4.0/10
Below Average
Environment
5.5/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
73%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
46.2%

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

2600 SW 11TH CT, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Riverland Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WESTWOOD HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. MONTESSORI ACADEMY (rated 7.5/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Lauderhill), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NEW LIFE CHARTER ACADEMY (rated 7.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fort Lauderdale, see our Fort Lauderdale schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
OUR LADY QUEEN OF MARTYRS SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale 0.2 mi 7.1
SUNED HIGH OF SOUTH BROWARD Ft. Lauderdale 0.3 mi 2.0
ST THOMAS AQUINAS HIGH SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale 0.3 mi 4.2
WESTWOOD HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale 0.4 mi 8.1
STRANAHAN HIGH SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale 0.7 mi 3.9
UCP EARLY BEGINNINGS Ft. Lauderdale 0.7 mi
PERMISSION TO SUCCEED ACADEMY Fort Lauderdale 0.9 mi
BROWARD DETENTION CENTER Fort Lauderdale 1.1 mi 5.7
REFINE LEARNING CENTER II, INC. Fort Lauderdale 1.1 mi 4.4
NEW HOPE SDA SCHOOL AND LEARNING CENTER Fort Lauderdale 1.1 mi 5.3
NEW LIFE CHARTER ACADEMY Fort Lauderdale 1.2 mi 7.3
NORTH FORK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale 1.3 mi 7.1
NEW RIVER MIDDLE SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale 1.4 mi 4.8
STEPHEN FOSTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale 1.4 mi 6.4
DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. MONTESSORI ACADEMY Lauderhill 1.5 mi 7.5
LEADERSHIP PREPARATORY ACADEMY Fort Lauderdale 1.6 mi
HIGH EXPECTATIONS EDUCATION CENTER Plantation 1.6 mi
BROWARD ESTATES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lauderhill 1.6 mi 6.7
S.O.U.L. ACADEMY Pompano Beach 1.7 mi 4.1
THE INTERNATIONAL FAMILY ACADEMY Fort Lauderdale 1.7 mi 3.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33312 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$77,644

Median Home Value

$397,800

Median Rent

$1,566/mo

Population

53,547

College Educated

28%

Homeownership

63.1%

Avg Commute

26.4 min

Poverty Rate

13.7%

Median Age

40.2

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FRIENDSHIP ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Deltona, FL 5.1
HOGAN-SPRING GLEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville, FL 5.1
HUDSON PRIMARY ACADEMY Hudson, FL 5.1
LAKE ORIENTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Altamonte Springs, FL 5.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Riverland Elementary School

What grades does Riverland Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Riverland Elementary School?

Riverland Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 465 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Riverland Elementary School is 17.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Riverland Elementary School rank in FL?

Riverland Elementary School ranks #2,720 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Riverland Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Riverland Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Riverland Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Riverland Elementary School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Riverland Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Riverland Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

73.1% of students at Riverland 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
75 Very Walkable
Transit Score
29 Some Transit
Bike Score
70 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
465
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
73.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Broward County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
46.2%

District

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

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