Serving 692 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Virginia Shuman Young Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (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 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 692 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Virginia Shuman Young Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Virginia Shuman Young Elementary School's student population of 692 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
692 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Virginia Shuman Young Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Virginia Shuman Young Elementary School is 0.69, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#542 out of 3704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
20%
37%
Black
24%
21%
White
46%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
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 Virginia Shuman Young Elementary School's ranking?
Virginia Shuman Young Elementary School is ranked #542 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Virginia Shuman Young Elementary School often compared to?
Virginia Shuman Young Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bayview Elementary School, Harbordale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Virginia Shuman Young Elementary School?
692 students attend Virginia Shuman Young Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Virginia Shuman Young Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Virginia Shuman Young Elementary School?
Virginia Shuman Young Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Virginia Shuman Young Elementary School offer ?
Virginia Shuman Young Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Virginia Shuman Young Elementary School part of?
Virginia Shuman Young Elementary School is part of Broward School District.
In what neighborhood is Virginia Shuman Young Elementary School located?
Virginia Shuman Young Elementary School is located in the Victoria Park neighborhood of Fort Lauderdale, FL.
School Calendar
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Date
Schools Closed / Spring Break
March 24, 2025 (Monday)
Schools Closed / Spring Break
March 25, 2025 (Tuesday)
Schools Closed / Spring Break
March 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
Schools Closed / Spring Break
March 27, 2025 (Thursday)
Schools Closed / Spring Break
March 28, 2025 (Friday)
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