Serving 653 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Croissant Park Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 653 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Croissant Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Croissant Park Elementary School's student population of 653 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
653 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Croissant Park Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Croissant Park Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#2197 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
52%
37%
Black
29%
21%
White
15%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Croissant Park Elementary School's ranking?
Croissant Park Elementary School is ranked #2197 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Croissant Park Elementary School often compared to?
Croissant Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harbordale Elementary School, Charter School Of Excellence by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Croissant Park Elementary School?
653 students attend Croissant Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Croissant Park Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Croissant Park Elementary School?
Croissant Park Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Croissant Park Elementary School offer ?
Croissant Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Croissant Park Elementary School part of?
Croissant Park Elementary School is part of Broward School District.
In what neighborhood is Croissant Park Elementary School located?
Croissant Park Elementary School is located in the Croissant Park neighborhood of Fort Lauderdale, FL.
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