TROPICAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
TROPICAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the BROWARD school district, located in PLANTATION, FL with about 953 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 65 teachers, TROPICAL 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.
TROPICAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located in Plantation, Florida, is a public school serving students in Broward County. As part of the Broward County Public Schools district, the institution is committed to providing a comprehensive elementary education that focuses on academic achievement, personal development, and social responsibility. The school emphasizes a supportive learning environment, aiming to foster curiosity and foundational skills in a diverse student body.
Beyond its core curriculum, Tropical Elementary is known for being an active part of the local Plantation community. The school typically integrates programs designed to enhance student engagement—often including extracurricular activities, technology integration, and initiatives that promote inclusive education. Parents and community members interested in specific data, such as school grades, enrollment numbers, or specialized programs like magnet or gifted offerings, can find the most up-to-date information and administrative contact details on the official [Broward County Public Schools website](http://www.browardschools.com).
For more information, contact TROPICAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (754) 323-7750 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
PLANTATION, FL 33317-5152
(754) 323-7750
http://www.browardschools.com
TROPICAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in PLANTATION, FL with about 953 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Florida
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- BROWARD
- Total Students:
- 953
- Teachers:
- 65
- 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 eligible school-No program
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* 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.
School Demographics for 953 students
- White
- 37.6%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 36.6%
- Black or African American
- 17.9%
- Asian
- 4.5%
- Two or more races
- 2.9%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.3%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.1%
- Female
- 47.1%
- Male
- 52.9%
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.