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Gator Run Elementary School

1101 Glades Pkwy
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33327
(School attendance zone shown in map)
10/
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Top 5%
Serving 1,192 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gator Run Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 86% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 1,192 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 79%
  • : Top 5% in FL
  • : 86% (Top 5%)
  • : 79% (Top 10%)
  • : 74% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Gator Run Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:

School Overview

Gator Run Elementary School's student population of 1,192 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,192 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers

School Rankings

Gator Run Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gator Run Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (FL)
#139 out of 3662 schools
(Top 5%)
86%
52%
79%
52%
74%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
65%
37%
Black
3%
21%
White
21%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.53
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Gator Run Elementary School's ranking?
Gator Run Elementary School is ranked #139 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Gator Run Elementary School often compared to?
Gator Run Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Manatee Bay Elementary School, Imagine Charter School At Weston by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Gator Run Elementary School?
1,192 students attend Gator Run Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Gator Run Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gator Run Elementary School?
Gator Run Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gator Run Elementary School offer ?
Gator Run Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gator Run Elementary School part of?
Gator Run Elementary School is part of Broward School District.

School Reviews

5   11/11/2011
Gator run is the best school ever
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Brent
5   5/25/2009
I am in Mrs. Martinez's 4th grade class, and I must say, the gifted program is splendid! They challenge you at an upbeat pace and I am challenged. Bravo!
- Posted by Student/Alumni - kayka

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 1,192 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 79%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 86% (Top 5%)
  • : 79% (Top 10%)
  • : 74% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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