SAWGRASS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

SAWGRASS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the BROWARD school district, located in SUNRISE, FL with about 1,107 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 75 teachers, SAWGRASS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

SAWGRASS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located in Sunrise, Florida, is a public school serving students in the Broward County Public Schools district. The school is committed to providing a comprehensive educational experience that emphasizes academic excellence, character development, and a supportive learning environment. By fostering a culture of collaboration among teachers, students, and parents, Sawgrass Elementary strives to prepare its student body for future success by developing critical thinking skills and a lifelong passion for learning.

The school benefits from being part of the larger Broward County system, which provides access to extensive resources, diverse curricula, and standardized academic initiatives. Students at Sawgrass Elementary have the opportunity to engage in a variety of extracurricular activities and specialized programs designed to support individual growth and inclusivity. For families seeking more specific information regarding school grades, enrollment procedures, or current school-wide initiatives, the official Broward County Schools website serves as the primary portal for updates and administrative resources.

For more information, contact SAWGRASS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (754) 322-8500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

12655 NW 8TH ST
SUNRISE, FL 33325-1354
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SAWGRASS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in SUNRISE, FL with about 1,107 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Florida

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
BROWARD
Total Students:
1,107
Teachers:
75
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 1,107 students

Hispanic/Latino
47.1%
Black or African American
22.0%
White
21.0%
Asian
5.8%
Two or more races
4.1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.1%

Female
48.7%
Male
51.3%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.