Serving 574 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sandpiper Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (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 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 574 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- 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
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Sandpiper Elementary School's student population of 574 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
574 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Sandpiper Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sandpiper Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#1004 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
41%
38%
Black
38%
21%
White
15%
34%
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
42%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Broward School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sandpiper Elementary School's ranking?
Sandpiper Elementary School is ranked #1004 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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?
63% 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?
574 students attend Sandpiper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Sandpiper Elementary School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sandpiper Elementary School?
Sandpiper Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, 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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