Serving 566 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Stirling Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 566 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stirling Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Stirling Elementary School's student population of 566 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
566 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Stirling Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stirling Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#2331 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
51%
37%
Black
22%
21%
White
19%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stirling Elementary School's ranking?
Stirling Elementary School is ranked #2331 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Stirling Elementary School often compared to?
Stirling Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dania Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Stirling Elementary School?
566 students attend Stirling Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Stirling Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stirling Elementary School?
Stirling Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Stirling Elementary School offer ?
Stirling Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stirling Elementary School part of?
Stirling Elementary School is part of Broward School District.
In what neighborhood is Stirling Elementary School located?
Stirling Elementary School is located in the Emerald Hills neighborhood of Hollywood, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in Emerald Hills.
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