Broward Detention Center serves 76 students in grades 6-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 57%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 76 students
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Broward Detention Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Broward Detention Center's student population of 76 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
76 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
The diversity score of Broward Detention Center is 0.33, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
57%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
8%
37%
Black
81%
21%
White
8%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 57% FL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Broward Detention Center?
The graduation rate of Broward Detention Center is 50%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Broward Detention Center?
76 students attend Broward Detention Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Broward Detention Center students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Broward Detention Center offer ?
Broward Detention Center offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Broward Detention Center part of?
Broward Detention Center is part of Broward School District.
In what neighborhood is Broward Detention Center located?
Broward Detention Center is located in the Central Fort Lauderdale neighborhood of Fort Lauderdale, FL. There are 3 other public schools located in Central Fort Lauderdale.
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