Below Average
#2941 of 3,778 schools in FL
Robert C. Markham Elementary
Elementary School · BROWARD
1501 NW 15TH AVE, Pompano Beach, FL 33069
Enrollment
612
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
612
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,941 of 3,778
In Pompano Beach
#19 of 22
public schools
In district
#254 of 319
BROWARD
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Robert C. Markham Elementary
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About Robert C. Markham Elementary
Robert C. Markham Elementary is a public elementary school in Pompano Beach, FL, part of BROWARD. Robert C.
Markham Elementary serves approximately 612 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18:1 student-teacher ratio. Robert C. Markham Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,941 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Robert C. Markham Elementary show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 6.9
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
43% of students at Robert C. Markham Elementary 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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Robert C. Markham Elementary — Students at Robert C. Markham Elementary score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61.8%
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: 5.0/10.
How Robert C. Markham Elementary Compares
See how Robert C. Markham Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1501 NW 15TH AVE, Pompano Beach, FL 33069
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Robert C. Markham Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SANDERS PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is INNOVATION CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SOMERSET ACADEMY POMPANO (K-5) (rated 8.0/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pompano Beach, see our Pompano Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SANDERS PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pompano Beach | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| BLANCHE ELY HIGH SCHOOL Pompano Beach | 0.8 mi | 3.4 |
| SOUL ACADEMY Pompano Beach | 1.1 mi | 3.8 |
| CROSS CREEK SCHOOL Pompano Beach | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| CHARLES DREW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pompano Beach | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| INNOVATION CHARTER SCHOOL Pompano Beach | 1.6 mi | 8.1 |
| NEW LIFE PREPARATORY ACADEMY Pompano Beach | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pompano Beach | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| PURPOSE ACADEMY Pompano Beach | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
| CYPRESS RUN ALTERNATIVE CENTER Pompano Beach | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| PALMVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pompano Beach | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| NEW DOMINION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pompano Beach | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
| POMPANO BEACH MIDDLE SCHOOL Pompano Beach | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| SOMERSET ACADEMY POMPANO (K-5) Pompano Beach | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
| GREEN CHILDREN'S HOUSE Pompano Beach | 1.7 mi | — |
| MORELAND'S ALTERNATIVE EDUCATIONAL ACADEMY Pompano Beach | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| ANDREWS HIGH SCHOOL Pompano Beach | 1.9 mi | 4.6 |
| NEW GENERATION MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S ACADEMY Pompano Beach | 2.0 mi | — |
| PREMIER ACADEMY SCHOOL Coconut Creek | 1.8 mi | 4.6 |
| RANDAZZO SCHOOL Coconut Creek | 2.0 mi | 8.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33069 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,462
Median Home Value
$253,000
Median Rent
$1,685/mo
Population
28,957
College Educated
31.7%
Homeownership
49.1%
Avg Commute
26.6 min
Poverty Rate
14.3%
Median Age
37.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Robert C. Markham Elementary
What grades does Robert C. Markham Elementary serve?
Robert C. Markham Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Robert C. Markham Elementary?
Robert C. Markham Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 612 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Robert C. Markham Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Robert C. Markham Elementary 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 Robert C. Markham Elementary rank in FL?
Robert C. Markham Elementary ranks #2,941 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Robert C. Markham Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Robert C. Markham Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Robert C. Markham Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Robert C. Markham Elementary has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Robert C. Markham Elementary a charter school?
No, Robert C. Markham Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Robert C. Markham Elementary a Title I school?
No, Robert C. Markham Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Robert C. Markham Elementary?
61.8% of students at Robert C. Markham Elementary 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
- 612
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Broward County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.0%
- Phone
- (754) 322-6950
Resources & Links
District
BROWARD- District Enrollment
- 251,408
- Schools in District
- 325
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,121
- District Rank
- #254 of 319
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