Summary:
Zip code 33309 in Lauderdale Lakes/Oakland Park, Florida, is home to two public elementary schools serving grades PK-5 within the Broward County Public School District.
Oriole Elementary School is the larger of the two, with 670 students, and offers a stable but generally lower-performing profile. Its test scores in 3rd Grade ELA (50%) and 4th Grade Math (49%) fall well below district averages. However, it does outperform its neighbor in 3rd Grade Math (61% vs. 47%) and 3rd Grade ELA (50% vs. 37%). In contrast, Lloyd Estates Elementary School (386 students) is the standout school in the area, showing a "spiky" performance profile with exceptional results in specific subjects. It significantly exceeds district and state averages in 5th Grade Science (74% proficient) and 4th Grade Math (78% proficient), while also demonstrating a strong upward trend in its state ranking, jumping from the 21st to the 35th percentile. This suggests highly effective programs in certain grades, though it struggles with 3rd Grade ELA (37% proficient).
A critical takeaway for parents is that chronic absenteeism is a systemic issue for both schools, with rates (35.6% at Oriole, 33.8% at Lloyd Estates) exceeding the already high district and state averages. This is a key factor impacting overall student success. Additionally, while Lloyd Estates spends more per student ($15,219 vs. $14,118) and achieves better results in several areas, the correlation is not simple—Oriole outperforms in 3rd grade subjects. This indicates that resource allocation and specific instructional strategies matter more than spending alone. For parents, Lloyd Estates offers a compelling case of high potential and recent improvement, while Oriole provides a larger, more consistent environment with specific areas of strength.
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