Serving 642 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sandpiper Elementary School ranks in the top 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 56% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower 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 and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 642 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sandpiper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Sandpiper Elementary School's student population of 642 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
642 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sandpiper Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sandpiper Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#1237 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
41%
37%
Black
37%
21%
White
15%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Sandpiper Elementary School's ranking?
Sandpiper Elementary School is ranked #1237 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Sandpiper Elementary School often compared to?
Sandpiper Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Welleby Elementary School, Banyan Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Sandpiper Elementary School?
642 students attend Sandpiper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Sandpiper Elementary School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sandpiper Elementary School?
Sandpiper Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sandpiper Elementary School offer ?
Sandpiper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sandpiper Elementary School part of?
Sandpiper Elementary School is part of Broward School District.
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