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Sunshine Elementary School

Elementary School · BROWARD

7737 LASALLE BLVD, Miramar, FL 33023

Enrollment

413

Student-Teacher

18:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#2,364 of 3,778

In Miramar

#18 of 24

public schools

In district

#211 of 319

BROWARD

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Sunshine Elementary School

5.6/10

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

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6.8/10

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About Sunshine Elementary School

Sunshine Elementary School is a public elementary school in Miramar, FL, part of BROWARD. Sunshine Elementary School serves approximately 413 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18:1 student-teacher ratio. Sunshine Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,364 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for Sunshine Elementary School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.3 pts below district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • FL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

30% of students at Sunshine 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 Progress5.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.17 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.2Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42.3% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg-8.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-12.9 pts
Overall Proficiency47% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected+1.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile46th
Resources & Environment6.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,121
Chronic Absenteeism30.3%

Sunshine Elementary School — Students at Sunshine Elementary School score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

62.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 56.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
58.1% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 49.9% (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
66%
ELA
63%
2010
Math
65%
ELA
66%
2011
Math
53%
ELA
53%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
59%
2013
Math
60%
ELA
56%
2014
Math
58%
ELA
50%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
49%
2016
Math
55%
ELA
48%
2017
Math
69%
ELA
58%
2018
Math
66%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
66%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
31%
ELA
36%
2021*
Math
31%
ELA
36%
2022
Math
52.2%
ELA
44%
2024
Math
52%
ELA
42.3%

* 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: 5.0/10.

How Sunshine Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.6/10
38th percentile in FL
Academic
6.2/10
Average
Growth
5.0/10
Average
Environment
6.4/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
63%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.3%

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

7737 LASALLE BLVD, Miramar, FL 33023

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sunshine Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SOMERSET ACADEMY EAST PREPARATORY (rated 9.4/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is NORTH COUNTY K-8 CENTER (rated 7.7/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Miami Gardens), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SOMERSET NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Miramar, see our Miramar schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
FAIRWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miramar 0.7 mi 6.8
HENRY D PERRY EDUCATION CENTER Miramar 0.8 mi 4.3
LOVE OUTREACH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Miramar 0.9 mi
MIRAMAR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miramar 1.0 mi 6.8
ANNABEL C. PERRY PK-8 Miramar 1.0 mi 4.6
BROWARD YOUTH TREATMENT CENTER Pembroke Pines 1.2 mi 4.2
WHISPERING PINES EXCEPTIONAL EDUCATION CENTER Miramar 1.2 mi 5.3
ROBERT RENICK EDUCATIONAL CENTER Miami Gardens 1.4 mi 4.7
ASPIRE PREPARATORY ACADEMY Miami Gardens 1.5 mi
MIRAMAR HIGH SCHOOL Miramar 1.5 mi 4.5
PEMBROKE PINES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pembroke Pines 1.7 mi 6.0
NORTH COUNTY K-8 CENTER Miami Gardens 1.7 mi 7.7
KIDS OF PROMISE PRESCHOOL Pembroke Pines 1.8 mi
SOMERSET NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL Miramar 1.8 mi 7.5
SOMERSET PREPARATORY CHARTER MIDDLE SCHOOL Miramar 1.8 mi 7.2
SOMERSET ACADEMY CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL MIRAMAR CAMPUS Miramar 1.8 mi 7.0
YOUNG KIDZ ACADEMY Hollywood 1.9 mi
NORWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami 2.2 mi 6.9
SOMERSET ACADEMY EAST PREPARATORY Miramar 2.1 mi 9.4
I ZION CHILDREN ACADEMY Miramar 2.1 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33023 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,003

Median Home Value

$344,500

Median Rent

$1,621/mo

Population

70,914

College Educated

19.5%

Homeownership

65.3%

Avg Commute

32.8 min

Poverty Rate

11.3%

Median Age

38.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sunshine Elementary School

What grades does Sunshine Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Sunshine Elementary School?

Sunshine Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 413 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Sunshine Elementary School 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 Sunshine Elementary School rank in FL?

Sunshine Elementary School ranks #2,364 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Sunshine Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Sunshine Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Sunshine Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sunshine Elementary School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Sunshine Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Sunshine Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

62.5% of students at Sunshine 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
35 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
35 Some Transit
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
413
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
62.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Broward County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.3%

District

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

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