Serving 750 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Discovery 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 59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher 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 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 750 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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Discovery Elementary School's student population of 750 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
750 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Discovery Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Discovery Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#1149 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
17%
37%
Black
67%
21%
White
8%
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
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Discovery Elementary School's ranking?
Discovery Elementary School is ranked #1149 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Discovery Elementary School often compared to?
Discovery Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Challenger Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Discovery Elementary School?
750 students attend Discovery Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Discovery Elementary School students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Discovery Elementary School?
Discovery Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Discovery Elementary School offer ?
Discovery Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Discovery Elementary School part of?
Discovery Elementary School is part of Broward School District.
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