Serving 599 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Welleby 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 67% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 599 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Welleby Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Welleby Elementary School's student population of 599 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
599 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Welleby 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 Welleby Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#886 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
38%
37%
Black
45%
21%
White
8%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Welleby Elementary School's ranking?
Welleby Elementary School is ranked #886 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Welleby Elementary School often compared to?
Welleby Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sandpiper Elementary School, Nob Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Welleby Elementary School?
599 students attend Welleby Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Welleby Elementary School students are Black, 38% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Welleby Elementary School?
Welleby Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Welleby Elementary School offer ?
Welleby Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Welleby Elementary School part of?
Welleby Elementary School is part of Broward School District.
School Reviews
4 6/25/2020
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