Summary:
Gator Run Elementary School is a public elementary school in Weston, Florida, serving 1,225 students in grades PK-5. As part of the Broward County School District, Gator Run consistently outperforms the district and state averages in academic metrics, ranking among the top elementary schools in Florida.
Gator Run's academic excellence is evident in its strong test scores, with 79% of 3rd graders proficient or better in English Language Arts, compared to 53% in Broward and 50% in Florida. In math, 87% of 3rd graders at Gator Run were proficient or better, far surpassing the district and state averages. The school's diverse student population, with 63.51% Hispanic, 22.12% White, 8.33% Asian, and 3.18% African American students, contributes to its vibrant learning environment. However, Gator Run has seen a significant increase in chronic absenteeism, from 4.2% in 2020-2021 to 18.2% in 2022-2023, which is higher than the state and district averages.
Compared to nearby schools, such as Everglades Elementary School and Manatee Bay Elementary School, Gator Run maintains a higher level of academic performance, with its students consistently outperforming their peers. The school's relatively low percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, at 19.02%, suggests that it serves a more affluent population, which may contribute to its strong academic results. Despite these challenges, Gator Run Elementary School has demonstrated a commitment to excellence, earning a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger and maintaining its position as one of the top-performing schools in the region.
Detail:
Public PK, KG-5
District:
Broward
SchoolDigger Rank:
68th of 2,242 Florida Elementary Schools
Per Pupil Expenditures: $9,686
Students who attend Gator Run Elementary School usually attend:
Student/teacher ratio: 19.1
Number of students: 1,225
Racial breakdown:
Hispanic:
63.5%
White:
22.1%
Asian:
8.3%
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African American:
3.2%
Two or more races:
2.4%
American Indian:
0.2%
Pacific Islander:
0.2%
Free/discounted lunch recipients: 19%
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