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Broward County Public Schools is an above average, public school district located in FORT LAUDERDALE, FL. It has 254,732 students in grades PK, K-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 23 to 1. According to state test scores, 42% of students are at least proficient in math and 53% in reading.
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About Broward County Public Schools...
- AP Offered
- Gifted Prog. Offered
- IB Offered
- Florida
- Fort Lauderdale
Broward County Public Schools Rankings
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Elementary Schools in Broward County Public Schools
- gradeASomerset Miramar SouthRating 4 out of 5 2 reviews
- gradeASomerset Academy Davie Charter SchoolRating 5 out of 5 2 reviews
- gradeA minusBayview Elementary SchoolRating 4.5 out of 5 2 reviews
- gradeA minusEagle Point Elementary School
- gradeA minusBeachside Montessori Village SchoolRating 4 out of 5 8 reviews
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Academics
Percent Proficient - Reading
This is the percentage of students that scored at or above proficiency levels on their state reading/language arts assessment test. Because states implement these tests differently, use caution when comparing this data to data from another state.
53%
Percent Proficient - Math
This is the percentage of students that scored at or above proficiency levels on their state math assessment test. Because states implement these tests differently, use caution when comparing this data to data from another state.
42%
Average Graduation Rate
This is the percentage of 12th graders who graduated. Because states calculate graduation rates differently, use caution when comparing this data to data from another state.
89%
Average SAT
Average SAT composite score out of 1600, as reported by Niche users from this school.
1130
25,283
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Average ACT
Average ACT composite score out of 36, as reported by Niche users from this school.
23
6,873
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Broward College
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Students
Diversity
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Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
254,732
Free or Reduced Lunch
This is the percentage of students who are eligible to receive free or reduced price lunch. Not all eligible students exercise this option, especially at non-traditional schools like online schools.
61.9%
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Teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
Student-Teacher Ratio may not be indicative of class size. It is calculated using the reported number of students and full-time equivalent teachers.
23:1
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17:1
Average Teacher Salary
$55,527
Teachers in First/Second Year
33.1%
Finances
Expenses Per Student
$10,533/ student
National
$12,239
Education Expenses
Instruction
62%
Support Services
33%
Other
4%
Living in the Area
Downtown
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Cost of Living
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Median Household Income
$120,228
National
$75,149
Median Rent
$2,477
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$1,268
Median Home Value
$392,863
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$281,900
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Broward County Public Schools Reviews
Rating 3.97 out of 5 1,560 reviews
Rating 5 out of 5
The strong academic offerings and diversified student body of BCPS are well-known. In order to address the requirements of its varied student body, the school system provides a broad range of programs, such as advanced placement (AP) classes, gifted education, and special education. In order to improve student performance, BCPS has launched a number of initiatives in recent years. These include efforts to close achievement disparities between various student groups, a greater emphasis on STEM instruction, and the use of technology in the classroom. In general, the vast and varied BCPS school system provides education to a sizeable portion of the Floridian population. It is renowned for its extensive academic initiatives and activities that are designed to raise student achievement.
- Senior
- 2 months ago
Rating 4 out of 5
We moved from WA State to FL so there has been quite a culture shock and lots of adjustment for my kids in Broward Co. a few hiccups here and there, but overall the staff, kids and teachers all care about getting kids to reach their full educational potential. Parents could help out more, some of these kids don’t even show up, or fail everything without consequence. Kids go from classroom to classroom to see their friends and the schools have their hands tied with disciplinary actions. The schools are old and run down, in need of replacement, but I doubt the bonds and levies would pass for such upgrades. Overall FL ranks pretty low for education, but with so much diversity comes a lot of differing cultural views regarding education and lots of families have recently immigrated-which creates its own unique set of boundaries (including language, financial, etc.). I trust my kids will receive a great education and will be prepared for college, so I am pleased.
- Parent
- 2 months ago
Rating 5 out of 5
Broward County Public Schools is one of the largest public school districts in Florida, with a diverse student population. Many students appreciate the range of educational opportunities and extracurricular activities available in the district. However, like any school system, there may be areas that could be improved upon. Some people have mentioned overcrowding and the need for more resources in certain schools.
- Junior
- a month ago
