Summary:
The city of Southwest Ranches, Florida is home to 3 schools, including 2 elementary schools and 1 middle school. These schools serve a diverse student population within the Broward school district. Two schools stand out for their exceptional academic performance: Hawkes Bluff Elementary, which ranks in the top 15% of Florida elementary schools, and Greentree Preparatory Charter School, which excels in subjects like Civics and Math.
Hawkes Bluff Elementary boasts impressive test scores, with 75% of 5th graders proficient or better in science, and 71-80% proficiency in English Language Arts and Math across grades 3-5. The school also has a lower chronic absenteeism rate of 21.3% compared to the district and state. Greentree Preparatory Charter School, on the other hand, has a strong performance in Civics, with 100% of students proficient or better on the EOC exam, and high proficiency rates in Math, with 100% of 7th graders and 90% of 8th graders proficient or better.
While the schools in Southwest Ranches serve diverse student populations, with varying racial and socioeconomic compositions, the data suggests that funding and resource allocation may not be equitable across the district. The differences in spending per student and student-teacher ratios could impact the educational experiences and outcomes for students. Addressing attendance issues, particularly at Silver Trail Middle School, and understanding the unique needs of the diverse communities served by these schools will be crucial for the district to support student success.
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