For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 2,934 students in 33317, FL.
The top ranked public high schools in 33317, FL are Mcfatter Technical College, South Plantation High School and Pine Ridge Alternative Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 33317 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Florida public high school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 33317, FL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 33317 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Florida average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Mcfatter Technical College, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Florida or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33317, FL Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mcfatter Technical College
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6500 Nova Dr
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33317
(754) 321-5700
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33317
(754) 321-5700
Grades: 9-12
| 599 students
Rank: #22.
South Plantation High School
Magnet School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1300 Paladin Way
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33317
(754) 323-1950
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33317
(754) 323-1950
Grades: 9-12
| 2,292 students
Rank: #33.
Pine Ridge Alternative Center
Alternative School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1251 Sw 42nd Ave
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33317
(754) 321-7250
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33317
(754) 321-7250
Grades: K-12
| 43 students
33317, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Prodigy Center For Youth Development And Academic Excellence (Closed 2018)
Special Education School
601 S State Road 7
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33317
(954) 321-2296
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33317
(954) 321-2296
Grades: PK
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 33317, FL?
The top ranked public high schools in 33317, FL include Mcfatter Technical College, South Plantation High School and Pine Ridge Alternative Center.
How many public high schools are located in 33317?
3 public high schools are located in 33317.
What is the racial composition of students in 33317?
33317 public high schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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