Serving 414 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pines Lakes Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 414 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pines Lakes Elementary School's student population of 414 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
414 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pines Lakes Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pines Lakes Elementary School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2328 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
47%
38%
Black
37%
21%
White
10%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pines Lakes Elementary School's ranking?
Pines Lakes Elementary School is ranked #2328 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Pines Lakes Elementary School often compared to?
Pines Lakes Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pembroke Lakes Elementary School, Boulevard Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Pines Lakes Elementary School?
414 students attend Pines Lakes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Pines Lakes Elementary School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pines Lakes Elementary School?
Pines Lakes Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pines Lakes Elementary School offer ?
Pines Lakes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pines Lakes Elementary School part of?
Pines Lakes Elementary School is part of Broward School District.
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