At a glance
Reported students
2,260
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
92
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
24.6:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Florida high enrollment
87th percentile
Compared with 888 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
572
Fort Lauderdale High School: 2,260 reported students.
State peer staffing position
74th percentile
24.6:1 reported; state peer median 21.6:1. 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
- 2,302
- Teachers (FTE)
- 108
- Student–teacher ratio
- 21.3:1
What the reported data says about Fort Lauderdale High School
Fort Lauderdale High School is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Fort Lauderdale. It is one of 323 current school records connected to Broward. NCES reports 2,260 students for 2024–25.
Among 888 high schools in Florida with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 743.5 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 87th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 24.6:1, above the Florida median of 21.6:1 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 Black (44.4%) and Hispanic or Latino (27.3%). English learners represent 3.1% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 10.7%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming, computer science. The school reported 21 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Fort Lauderdale High School
- 1How do the reported 24.6:1 student–teacher ratio and 92 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 6 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
- 3.1%
- Students with disabilities
- 10.7%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 35.9%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 6
- 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
- White22%
- Hispanic27.3%
- Black44.4%
- Asian1.9%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.2%
- Multiracial4.2%
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
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
21 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Offered
Computer science
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.
Boyd H. Anderson High School
High · Grades 09–12
2,256 reported students
South Plantation High School
High · Grades 09–12
2,303 reported students
Monarch High School
High · Grades 09–12
2,213 reported students
Piper High School
High · Grades 09–12
2,201 reported students
Charles W Flanagan High School
High · Grades 09–12
2,199 reported students
Coral Springs High School
High · Grades 09–12
2,177 reported students
Public schools near Fort Lauderdale High 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pace Center for Girls Inc. High · Broward | 06–12 | 76 | 0.7 mi |
| Sandra Marie Curtis High School High · Charter · Broward | 09–12 | 384 | 1 mi |
| Broward County Acceleration Academies High · Broward | 08–12 | 0 | 1.1 mi |
| Dillard 6-12 High · Broward | 06–12 | 1,998 | 2.3 mi |
| Sunfire High School High · Charter · Broward | 09–12 | 474 | 2.4 mi |
| Broward Detention Center High · Broward | 06–12 | 78 | 2.6 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Fort Lauderdale High School
What grades does Fort Lauderdale High School serve?
Fort Lauderdale High School reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Broward.
How many students attend Fort Lauderdale High School?
Fort Lauderdale High School reported 2,260 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 87th percentile among 888 Florida high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 2,302 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Fort Lauderdale High School?
The calculated ratio is 24.6:1, based on 2,260 students and 92 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Florida median for the same school level is 21.6:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Fort Lauderdale High School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Fort Lauderdale High 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 Fort Lauderdale High School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
35.9% 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 Fort Lauderdale High School in?
Fort Lauderdale High 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 Fort Lauderdale High School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Pace Center for Girls Inc. (0.7 mi), Sandra Marie Curtis High School (1 mi), Broward County Acceleration Academies (1.1 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.