Best Schools in Margate, Florida
17 schools · 7 Elementary · 1 Middle · 4 High · 5 Other
Choosing a school in Margate?
Use this page to compare every school in Margate by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Rise Academy School of Science and Technology
Elementary · Broward. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Atlantic Technical College
High · Broward. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
West Broward Academy
Elementary · Broward. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Margate for 2026 are Rise Academy School of Science and Technology (9.0/10), Atlantic Technical College (8.5/10), and West Broward Academy (7.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 16 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
17
11 public · 6 private
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$279,350
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
17
11 public · 6 private
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$279,350
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Rates 7.8/10 despite 64% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.8 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Margate schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Margate
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (16 of 17). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rise Academy School of Science and Technology | 9.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Atlantic Technical College | 8.5 / 10 |
| 3 | West Broward Academy | 7.8 / 10 |
| 4 | Margate Elementary School | 7.0 / 10 |
| 5 | Faith Baptist Academy | 7.0 / 10 |
| 6 | Phyl's Academy | 6.8 / 10 |
| 7 | Liberty Elementary School | 6.2 / 10 |
| 8 | Abundant Life Christian Academy | 6.1 / 10 |
| 9 | Hebrew Academy Community School | 6.1 / 10 |
| 10 | Suned High School of North Broward | 5.7 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.1/10
- Median household income
- $63,309
- Median home value
- $279,350
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 24%
- Avg commute
- 29 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 68%
31% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Margate compares
Florida rank
#173 of 280
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.2
below Florida avg (6.3)
Median household income
$63k
85% of Florida median
Schools in this city
16
About Schools in Margate, Florida
Margate's public school landscape spans 10 ranked schools with an average score of 6.3 out of 10 — a solid middle-of-the-road baseline that masks real variation at the top. Four schools, or 40% of the ranked roster, clear the 7.0 threshold, giving families with the right information a meaningful range of strong options to consider. The city draws from Broward County Public Schools, one of the largest districts in Florida, which means resources, magnet pathways, and specialty academies are part of the picture alongside traditional neighborhood schools.
The clear standout is RISE Academy School of Science and Technology, the city's top-rated school at 8.4 out of 10. It's an elementary-level program with a STEM focus — the kind of school worth planning around if your child is elementary-aged and you can access it. Atlantic West Elementary follows at 7.4, and both Margate Elementary and West Broward Academy land at 7.0. That cluster of four strong elementary schools is the defining feature of the Margate landscape: parents of younger children have real choices, with multiple schools performing meaningfully above the city average.
The high school picture is thinner in the rankings. SUNED High School of North Broward scores 6.4 — just above the city average — and represents the only ranked high school in the top tier of local options. Parents of middle and high school students will want to look beyond city limits into Broward County's broader magnet and charter offerings, particularly for college-prep and career-focused programs.
Practically speaking, Margate rewards research. The gap between the top school (8.4) and the city average (6.3) is wide enough that school selection matters. Elementary families should prioritize RISE Academy and the cluster of 7.0-plus schools before defaulting to a neighborhood assignment. High school families should map out Broward County options early, since the local ranked high school sits near the city average rather than above it. Use school scores alongside school-specific test data, enrollment deadlines, and magnet lottery timelines to build a shortlist that fits your child's grade level and trajectory.
Elementary Schools
7 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 347 students · Kindergarten–8th | 9.0 | ||
| 2 | 716 students · Kindergarten–8th | 7.8 | ||
| 3 | 1,054 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.0 | ||
| 4 | 704 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.2 | ||
| 5 | 607 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.4 | ||
| Private Schools 2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Hebrew Academy Community School
Private
314 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.1 | ||
| 2 | Grace Christian Preschool
Private
63 students · Pre-K–3rd | 5.3 | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,044 students · 6th–8th | 4.0 |
High Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 686 students · 9th–12th | 8.5 | ||
| 2 | 327 students · 9th–12th | 5.7 | ||
| 3 | 222 students · 9th–12th | 4.0 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Meridian High School
Private
40 students · 9th–12th | 4.9 | ||
Other Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 288 students · Kindergarten–12th | 5.2 | ||
| 2 | 11 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | — | ||
| Private Schools 3 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Faith Baptist Academy
Private
32 students · Pre-K–11th | 7.0 | ||
| 2 | Phyl's Academy
Private
289 students · Pre-K–12th | 6.8 | ||
| 3 | Abundant Life Christian Academy
Private
443 students · Pre-K–12th | 6.1 | ||
Schools in Margate
Margate, Florida · 17 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$63,309
Median Home Value
$279,350
Median Rent
$1,842/mo
Population
109,091
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
68%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
12.4%
Community Profile
Margate has a median household income of $63,309. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $279,350, with a median rent of $1,842/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.4%. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Florida
- Elementary
- 7
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 4
- Other
- 5
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Florida
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Margate, Florida
How many schools are in Margate, Florida?
Margate has 17 schools, including 11 public and 6 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Margate, Florida?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Margate is 6.1 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Margate, Florida?
The top-ranked school in Margate on MySchoolScout is Rise Academy School of Science and Technology with a composite score of 9.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Margate, Florida?
The top-ranked elementary school in Margate on MySchoolScout is Rise Academy School of Science and Technology with a composite score of 9.0/10.
What is the best middle school in Margate, Florida?
The top-ranked middle school in Margate on MySchoolScout is Margate Middle School with a composite score of 4.0/10.
What is the best high school in Margate, Florida?
The top-ranked high school in Margate on MySchoolScout is Atlantic Technical College with a composite score of 8.5/10.
How many school districts serve Margate, Florida?
Margate is served by 1 school district: Broward.
What is the education level in Margate, Florida?
According to Census data, 24% of adults in Margate have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Margate, Florida?
The median household income in Margate is approximately $63,309 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Margate, Florida?
Yes, Margate has 6 private schools alongside 11 public schools. The top-rated private school is Faith Baptist Academy with a score of 7.0/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Margate, Florida?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Margate is 15.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Margate, Florida?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Florida Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.