Excellent
#589 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 16% in state
Sanders Park Elementary School
Elementary School · BROWARD
800 NW 16TH ST, Pompano Beach, FL 33060
Enrollment
446
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
446
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#589 of 3,778
In Pompano Beach
#1 of 22
public schools
In district
#49 of 319
BROWARD
Academic growth
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Sanders Park Elementary School
Sanders Park Elementary School is a public elementary school in Pompano Beach, FL, part of BROWARD. Sanders Park Elementary School serves approximately 446 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Sanders Park Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #589 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Sanders Park Elementary School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 6.9
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
41% of students at Sanders Park 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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Sanders Park Elementary School — Students at Sanders Park Elementary School score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.4%
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: 8.6/10.
How Sanders Park Elementary School Compares
See how Sanders Park Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
800 NW 16TH ST, Pompano Beach, FL 33060
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sanders Park Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. INNOVATION CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is SOMERSET ACADEMY POMPANO (K-5) (rated 8.0/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PALMVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Pompano Beach, see our Pompano Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BLANCHE ELY HIGH SCHOOL Pompano Beach | 0.4 mi | 3.4 |
| ROBERT C. MARKHAM ELEMENTARY Pompano Beach | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
| NEW LIFE PREPARATORY ACADEMY Pompano Beach | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pompano Beach | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| PALMVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pompano Beach | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| POMPANO BEACH MIDDLE SCHOOL Pompano Beach | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| GREEN CHILDREN'S HOUSE Pompano Beach | 1.3 mi | — |
| SOUL ACADEMY Pompano Beach | 1.4 mi | 3.8 |
| INNOVATION CHARTER SCHOOL Pompano Beach | 1.6 mi | 8.1 |
| PURPOSE ACADEMY Pompano Beach | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
| CRESTHAVEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pompano Beach | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| ANDREWS HIGH SCHOOL Pompano Beach | 1.7 mi | 4.6 |
| SOMERSET ACADEMY POMPANO (K-5) Pompano Beach | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| POMPANO BEACH HIGH SCHOOL Pompano Beach | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| NEW GENERATION MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S ACADEMY Pompano Beach | 1.8 mi | — |
| POMPANO BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pompano Beach | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| CRYSTAL LAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL Pompano Beach | 1.9 mi | 3.3 |
| CYPRESS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pompano Beach | 2.1 mi | 6.2 |
| CROSS CREEK SCHOOL Pompano Beach | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| CHARLES DREW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pompano Beach | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33060 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,757
Median Home Value
$354,100
Median Rent
$1,406/mo
Population
35,888
College Educated
25.5%
Homeownership
49.6%
Avg Commute
26.5 min
Poverty Rate
18%
Median Age
39
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| A. GARY WALSINGHAM ACADEMY Panama City Beach, FL | 8.2 |
| ACADEMIE DA VINCI CHARTER SCHOOL Dunedin, FL | 8.2 |
| ALEXANDER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa, FL | 8.2 |
| ALTURAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Alturas, FL | 8.2 |
| BAY VISTA FUNDAMENTAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg, FL | 8.2 |
| BELCHER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clearwater, FL | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sanders Park Elementary School
What grades does Sanders Park Elementary School serve?
Sanders Park Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Sanders Park Elementary School?
Sanders Park Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 446 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sanders Park Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sanders Park Elementary School is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sanders Park Elementary School rank in FL?
Sanders Park Elementary School ranks #589 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Sanders Park Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sanders Park Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Sanders Park Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sanders Park Elementary School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sanders Park Elementary School a charter school?
No, Sanders Park Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sanders Park Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Sanders Park Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sanders Park Elementary School?
74.4% of students at Sanders Park 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
- 446
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Broward County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.0%
- Phone
- (754) 322-8400
Resources & Links
District
BROWARD- District Enrollment
- 251,408
- Schools in District
- 325
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,121
- District Rank
- #49 of 319
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