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Royal Palm Elementary School

Elementary School · BROWARD

1951 NW 56TH AVE, Lauderhill, FL 33313

Enrollment

726

Student-Teacher

19.1:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#2,139 of 3,778

In Lauderhill

#6 of 10

public schools

In district

#187 of 319

BROWARD

Academic growth

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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Royal Palm Elementary School

5.9/10

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

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About Royal Palm Elementary School

Royal Palm Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lauderhill, FL, part of BROWARD. Royal Palm Elementary School serves approximately 726 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 19.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Royal Palm Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,139 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for Royal Palm Elementary School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • FL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

43% of students at Royal Palm 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 Progress7.3Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.6 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics4.5Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency29.7% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg-21.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-25.5 pts
Overall Proficiency34% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected-4.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile26th
Resources & Environment4.7Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,121
Chronic Absenteeism42.8%

Royal Palm Elementary School — Students at Royal Palm Elementary School score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

79.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 38.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
58.1% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 33.6% (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
54%
ELA
51%
2010
Math
53%
ELA
44%
2011
Math
35%
ELA
33%
2012
Math
40%
ELA
35%
2013
Math
36%
ELA
36%
2014
Math
28%
ELA
25%
2015
Math
33%
ELA
23%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
30%
2017
Math
44%
ELA
34%
2018
Math
50%
ELA
39%
2019
Math
50%
ELA
39%
2020*
Math
24%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
24%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
34.5%
ELA
39.2%
2024
Math
39%
ELA
29.7%

* 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: 7.3/10.

How Royal Palm Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.9/10
43th percentile in FL
Academic
4.5/10
Below Average
Growth
7.3/10
Very Good
Environment
4.7/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
80%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
42.8%

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

1951 NW 56TH AVE, Lauderhill, FL 33313

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Royal Palm Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THE BLAKE SCHOOL OF PLANTATION (rated 8.2/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Plantation), which scores notably higher. Another option is LAUDERHILL PAUL TURNER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Lauderdale Lakes), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MIRROR LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Plantation), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lauderhill, see our Lauderhill schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
LAUDERHILL 6-12 Lauderhill 0.6 mi 7.2
ENDEAVOUR PRIMARY LEARNING CENTER Lauderhill 0.6 mi 6.1
LAUDERHILL PAUL TURNER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lauderdale Lakes 0.9 mi 7.8
VILLAGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sunrise 0.9 mi 5.4
PLANTATION HIGH SCHOOL Plantation 1.0 mi 5.0
CASTLE HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lauderhill 1.1 mi 5.8
BEN GAMLA CHARTER SCHOOL SOUTH BROWARD Miami 1.1 mi 7.1
RENAISSANCE CHARTER SCHOOL AT PLANTATION Plantation 1.2 mi 5.4
MIZRAHI TORAH ACADEMY Plantation 1.2 mi 7.2
MIZRAHI TORAH ACADEMY Plantation 1.2 mi 7.1
DICKENS SANOMI ACADEMY Plantation 1.3 mi 7.5
THE BLAKE SCHOOL OF PLANTATION Plantation 1.2 mi 8.2
PLANTATION MIDDLE SCHOOL Plantation 1.3 mi 4.3
PINEY GROVE ACADEMY Lauderdale Lakes 1.3 mi 6.4
NEW ALKEBULAN S.T.E.M. EDUCATION CENTER Lauderhill 1.3 mi 5.8
MIRROR LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plantation 1.4 mi 7.7
PETERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plantation 1.5 mi 5.5
KRADLE TO KINDERGARTEN PRESCHOOL II Lauderdale Lakes 1.5 mi
LAUDERHILL COMMUNITY CHILD CARE CENTER Lauderhill 1.6 mi
SUPER SCHOOL Plantation 1.7 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33313 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$45,408

Median Home Value

$236,300

Median Rent

$1,608/mo

Population

64,228

College Educated

15%

Homeownership

44%

Avg Commute

27.6 min

Poverty Rate

22.9%

Median Age

34

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Royal Palm Elementary School

What grades does Royal Palm Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Royal Palm Elementary School?

Royal Palm Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 726 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Royal Palm Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Royal Palm Elementary School is 19.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Royal Palm Elementary School rank in FL?

Royal Palm Elementary School ranks #2,139 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Royal Palm Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Royal Palm Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Royal Palm Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Royal Palm Elementary School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Royal Palm Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Royal Palm Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

79.9% of students at Royal Palm 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
11 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
28 Some Transit
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
726
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Free/Reduced Lunch
79.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Broward County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
42.8%

District

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

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