The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 56%).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in FL)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Amikids Of Greater Fort Lauderdale ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students (22-23)
11 students
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Year Founded
1969
School Motto
Empowering young people to believe I CAN
School Mascot
Na
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)<50%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
56%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
9%
37%
Black
91%
21%
White
n/a
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Na
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Amikids Of Greater Fort Lauderdale often compared to?
Amikids Of Greater Fort Lauderdaleis often viewed alongside schools like Alpha International Academy, Pembroke Pines Charter Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% FL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 56% FL state average).
How many students attend Amikids Of Greater Fort Lauderdale?
11 students attend Amikids Of Greater Fort Lauderdale.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Amikids Of Greater Fort Lauderdale students are Black, and 9% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Amikids Of Greater Fort Lauderdale offer ?
Amikids Of Greater Fort Lauderdale offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Amikids Of Greater Fort Lauderdale part of?
Amikids Of Greater Fort Lauderdale is part of Broward School District.
In what neighborhood is Amikids Of Greater Fort Lauderdale located?
Amikids Of Greater Fort Lauderdale is located in the Edgewood neighborhood of Fort Lauderdale, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in Edgewood.
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