Average
#2252 of 3,777 schools in FL
Tropical Elementary School
Elementary School · BROWARD
1500 SW 66TH AVE, Plantation, FL 33317
Enrollment
784
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
784
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Plantation
#6 of 12
public schools
Florida elementary schools
#1,665 of 2,196
In district
#177 of 319
BROWARD
Academic performance
7.6 / 10
Very strong
About Tropical Elementary School
Tropical Elementary School serves 784 students from prekindergarten through fifth grade in Plantation, Florida. This regular public school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1 with 46 full-time equivalent teachers, creating manageable classroom sizes for individualized attention. The school demonstrates solid academic performance, earning a 7.1 out of 10 MySchoolScout rating and ranking in the 73rd percentile among Florida elementary schools at #1018 out of 3816 statewide.
Students show strong achievement in core subjects, with 65% reaching proficiency or above in mathematics and 61% meeting proficiency standards in English Language Arts and reading across all grade levels. Tropical Elementary is situated in the 33317 ZIP code area, where families enjoy a median household income of $79,511 and median home values of $406,200. The surrounding community reflects educational engagement, with 37% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher, while maintaining a relatively low poverty rate of 12.6% among the area's 36,322 residents.
Located on SW 66th Avenue in Broward County, the school serves a well-established suburban community in Plantation, offering students access to the resources and stability that come with this large suburban setting.
Score Breakdown
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Tropical Elementary School — Students at Tropical Elementary School score 59% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
38.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 10 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: 4.7/10.
How Tropical Elementary School Compares
See how Tropical Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 76% (2019) to 54% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 72% (2019) to 64% (2021).
Location
1500 SW 66TH AVE, Plantation, FL 33317
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Tropical Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. IMAGINE SCHOOLS PLANTATION CAMPUS (rated 8.3/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CLEVER OAKS (rated 8.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NOVA DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER ELEM (rated 7.4/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Davie), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Plantation, see our Plantation schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SEMINOLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Plantation | 0.2 mi | 5.2 |
| PLANTATION PARK ELEMENTARY Plantation | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| SOUTH PLANTATION HIGH SCHOOL Plantation | 0.9 mi | 3.5 |
| MCFATTER TECHNICAL COLLEGE Davie | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| TRINITAS ACADEMY Plantation | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| IMAGINE SCHOOLS PLANTATION CAMPUS Plantation | 1.4 mi | 8.3 |
| CLEVER OAKS Plantation | 1.5 mi | 8.3 |
| COLLEGE ACADEMY AT BROWARD COLLEGE Davie | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| AMERICAN HIGH SCHOOL Plantation | 1.7 mi | 8.3 |
| AMERICAN HIGH SCHOOL LLC Plantation | 1.7 mi | 3.5 |
| MEADOWBROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| STERLING ACADEMY Plantation | 1.6 mi | 4.6 |
| NOVA MIDDLE SCHOOL Davie | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| NSU UNIVERSITY SCHOOL Davie | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| BAUDHUIN ORAL SCHOOL-NOVA UNIVERSITY Davie | 1.9 mi | 5.6 |
| NOVA BLANCHE FORMAN ELEMENTARY Davie | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
| NOVA HIGH SCHOOL Davie | 1.9 mi | 4.5 |
| ANN STORCK CENTER INC. Ft. Lauderdale | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| SOMERSET ACADEMY DAVIE CHARTER SCHOOL Davie | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| NOVA DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER ELEM Davie | 2.0 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33317 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,239
Median Home Value
$449,900
Median Rent
$1,986/mo
Population
37,008
College Educated
35.7%
Homeownership
73.8%
Avg Commute
28.9 min
Poverty Rate
12%
Median Age
42
Community Profile
The community surrounding Tropical Elementary School has a median household income of $84,239. It is an area where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $449,900, with a median rent of $1,986/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.0%. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BLESSED TRINITY SCHOOL Ocala, FL | 6.0 |
| C. W. NORTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gainesville, FL | 6.0 |
| CHALLENGER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tamarac, FL | 6.0 |
| CORAL GABLES PREPARATORY ACADEMY Coral Gables, FL | 6.0 |
| CORK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plant City, FL | 6.0 |
| DOBY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Apollo Beach, FL | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tropical Elementary School
What grades does Tropical Elementary School serve?
Tropical Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Tropical Elementary School?
Tropical Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 784 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tropical Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Tropical Elementary School is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Tropical Elementary School rank in FL?
Tropical Elementary School is ranked #2252 out of 3,777 schools in FL.
What is Tropical Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Tropical Elementary School has a composite rating of 6.0 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Tropical Elementary School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Tropical Elementary School has 65.0% math proficiency and 63.8% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Tropical Elementary School a charter school?
No, Tropical Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Tropical Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Tropical Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Tropical Elementary School?
38.6% of students at Tropical 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
- City Safety
- High (2,485/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Plantation). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 784
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 38.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Broward County
- Phone
- (754) 323-7750
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
BROWARD- District Enrollment
- 251,408
- Schools in District
- 325
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,121
- District Rank
- #177 of 319
How We Rate Schools
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