At a glance
Reported students
742
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
41
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
18.1:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–05
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Florida elementary enrollment
73rd percentile
Compared with 2,220 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
572
North Andrews Gardens Elementary School: 742 reported students.
State peer staffing position
82nd percentile
18.1:1 reported; state peer median 15.8:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 780
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Student–teacher ratio
- 15.6:1
What the reported data says about North Andrews Gardens Elementary School
North Andrews Gardens Elementary School is a public elementary school serving grades PK–05 in Oakland Park. It is one of 323 current school records connected to Broward. NCES reports 742 students for 2024–25.
Among 2,220 elementary schools in Florida with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 579 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 73rd percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 18.1:1, above the Florida median of 15.8:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (58.2%) and Black (23.9%). English learners represent 17.1% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 12.9%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking North Andrews Gardens Elementary School
- 1How do the reported 18.1:1 student–teacher ratio and 41 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 2 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 17.1%
- Students with disabilities
- 12.9%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 55.7%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 2
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White12.1%
- Hispanic58.2%
- Black23.9%
- Asian2%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.1%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.3%
- Multiracial3.4%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Broward
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Cooper City Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
742 reported students
Eagle Ridge Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
743 reported students
Nova Dwight D. Eisenhower Elem
Elementary · Grades KG–05
747 reported students
Cypress Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
733 reported students
Nova Blanche Forman Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–05
731 reported students
Renaissance Charter Schools at Pines
Elementary · Grades KG–08
761 reported students
Public schools near North Andrews Gardens Elementary School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Floranada Elementary School Elementary · Broward | PK–05 | 719 | 0.9 mi |
| Lloyd Estates Elementary School Elementary · Broward | PK–05 | 386 | 1.5 mi |
| Cypress Elementary School Elementary · Broward | PK–05 | 733 | 1.7 mi |
| Innovation Charter School Elementary · Charter · Broward | KG–05 | 406 | 2 mi |
| Oakland Park Elementary School Elementary · Broward | PK–05 | 522 | 2.1 mi |
| McNab Elementary School Elementary · Broward | PK–05 | 538 | 2.3 mi |
Frequently asked questions about North Andrews Gardens Elementary School
What grades does North Andrews Gardens Elementary School serve?
North Andrews Gardens Elementary School reports grades PK–05 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Broward.
How many students attend North Andrews Gardens Elementary School?
North Andrews Gardens Elementary School reported 742 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 73rd percentile among 2,220 Florida elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 780 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at North Andrews Gardens Elementary School?
The calculated ratio is 18.1:1, based on 742 students and 41 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Florida median for the same school level is 15.8:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is North Andrews Gardens Elementary School a public, charter, or magnet school?
North Andrews Gardens Elementary School is a public school and is not a charter school; it is also identified as a magnet school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of North Andrews Gardens Elementary School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
55.7% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is North Andrews Gardens Elementary School in?
North Andrews Gardens Elementary School is part of Broward, based in Fort Lauderdale, FL, which operates 323 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near North Andrews Gardens Elementary School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Floranada Elementary School (0.9 mi), Lloyd Estates Elementary School (1.5 mi), Cypress Elementary School (1.7 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.