Below Average
#3289 of 3,778 schools in FL
Stirling Elementary School
Elementary School · BROWARD
5500 STIRLING RD, Hollywood, FL 33021
Enrollment
566
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
566
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,289 of 3,778
In Hollywood
#28 of 36
public schools
In district
#280 of 319
BROWARD
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About Stirling Elementary School
Stirling Elementary School is a public elementary school in Hollywood, FL, part of BROWARD. Stirling Elementary School serves approximately 566 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Stirling Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,289 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Stirling Elementary School show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 6.9
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
45% of students at Stirling 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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Stirling Elementary School — Students at Stirling Elementary School score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
59.2%
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: 3.8/10.
How Stirling Elementary School Compares
See how Stirling 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
5500 STIRLING RD, Hollywood, FL 33021
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Stirling Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BRIDGEPREP ACADEMY OF HOLLYWOOD HILLS (rated 8.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BRAUSER MAIMONIDES ACADEMY (rated 7.4/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Fort Lauderdale), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JEWISH ACADEMY (rated 6.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hollywood, see our Hollywood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33021 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,249
Median Home Value
$395,800
Median Rent
$1,707/mo
Population
49,064
College Educated
38.2%
Homeownership
67.1%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
10.1%
Median Age
43.1
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| CHARLES E. BENNETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Green Cove Springs, FL | 4.2 |
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| FORT BRADEN SCHOOL Tallahassee, FL | 4.2 |
| FOSTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa, FL | 4.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Stirling Elementary School
What grades does Stirling Elementary School serve?
Stirling Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Stirling Elementary School?
Stirling Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 566 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Stirling Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Stirling Elementary School is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Stirling Elementary School rank in FL?
Stirling Elementary School ranks #3,289 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Stirling Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Stirling Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Stirling Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Stirling Elementary School has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Stirling Elementary School a charter school?
No, Stirling Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Stirling Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Stirling Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Stirling Elementary School?
59.2% of students at Stirling 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
- 566
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Broward County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.2%
- Phone
- (754) 323-7600
Resources & Links
District
BROWARD- District Enrollment
- 251,408
- Schools in District
- 325
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,121
- District Rank
- #280 of 319
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