Best Schools in Plantation, Florida
29 schools · 19 Elementary · 3 Middle · 3 High · 4 Other
Choosing a school in Plantation?
Use this page to compare every school in Plantation by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Plantation Elementary School
Elementary · Broward. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Imagine Schools Plantation Campus
Elementary · Broward. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
American High School
Middle. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Plantation for 2026 are Plantation Elementary School (8.3/10), Imagine Schools Plantation Campus (8.3/10), and American High School (8.3/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 27 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
29
12 public · 17 private
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$360,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
29
12 public · 17 private
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$360,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Rates 8.3/10 despite 67% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.6 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 Plantation schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Plantation
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (27 of 29). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Plantation Elementary School | 8.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Imagine Schools Plantation Campus | 8.3 / 10 |
| 3 | American High School | 8.3 / 10 |
| 4 | Clever Oaks | 8.3 / 10 |
| 5 | The Blake School of Plantation | 8.2 / 10 |
| 6 | Trinitas Academy | 8.2 / 10 |
| 7 | Our Savior Lutheran School | 8.0 / 10 |
| 8 | Mirror Lake Elementary School | 7.7 / 10 |
| 9 | Dickens Sanomi Academy | 7.5 / 10 |
| 10 | Super School | 7.5 / 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
- 6.6/10
- Median household income
- $77,332
- Median home value
- $360,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 33%
- Avg commute
- 29 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 63%
56% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Plantation compares
Florida rank
#110 of 280
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.3
above Florida avg (6.3)
Median household income
$77k
103% of Florida median
Schools in this city
27
About Schools in Plantation, Florida
Plantation, Florida is home to 29 schools, including 12 public schools and 17 private schools. The city's schools span 19 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 3 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.6 out of 10, schools in Plantation show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Plantation is Plantation Elementary School with a composite score of 8.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Plantation is served by 1 school district: BROWARD. These districts collectively serve 251,408 students.
Plantation's community shows 33% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $77,332. The poverty rate in the area is 14.0%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
19 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 572 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.3 | ||
| 2 | 427 students · Kindergarten–8th | 8.3 | ||
| 3 | 645 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.7 | ||
| 4 | 495 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.4 | ||
| 5 | 770 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.4 | ||
| 6 | 784 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.0 | ||
| 7 | 597 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.5 | ||
| 8 | 990 students · Kindergarten–8th | 5.4 | ||
| Private Schools 11 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Clever Oaks
Private
59 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.3 | ||
| 2 | The Blake School of Plantation
Private
86 students · Pre-K–8th | 8.2 | ||
Show all 19 elementary schools in Plantation
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,068 students · 6th–8th | 4.9 | ||
| 2 | 512 students · 6th–8th | 4.3 | ||
| 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 | American High School
Private
100 students · 6th–6th | 8.3 | ||
High Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,796 students · 9th–12th | 5.0 | ||
| 2 | 2,292 students · 9th–12th | 4.1 | ||
| 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 | Sterling Academy
Private
498 students · 6th–12th | 4.6 | ||
Other Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Trinitas Academy
Private
141 students · Pre-K–12th | 8.2 |
| 2 | Dickens Sanomi Academy
Private
140 students · Kindergarten–12th | 7.5 |
| 3 | 2,850 students · Pre-K–12th | 6.9 |
| 4 | American High School Llc
Private
1,307 students · Kindergarten–12th | 3.5 |
Schools in Plantation
Plantation, Florida · 29 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 4 ZIP codes
Median Income
$77,332
Median Home Value
$360,900
Median Rent
$1,950/mo
Population
182,255
College Educated
33%
Homeownership
63%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
14.0%
Community Profile
Plantation has a median household income of $77,332. It is an area where 33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $360,900, with a median rent of $1,950/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.0%. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Florida
- Elementary
- 19
- Middle
- 3
- High
- 3
- Other
- 4
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 Plantation, Florida
How many schools are in Plantation, Florida?
Plantation has 29 schools, including 12 public and 17 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Plantation, Florida?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Plantation is 6.6 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 Plantation, Florida?
The top-ranked school in Plantation on MySchoolScout is Plantation Elementary School with a composite score of 8.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Plantation, Florida?
The top-ranked elementary school in Plantation on MySchoolScout is Plantation Elementary School with a composite score of 8.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Plantation, Florida?
The top-ranked middle school in Plantation on MySchoolScout is American High School with a composite score of 8.3/10.
What is the best high school in Plantation, Florida?
The top-ranked high school in Plantation on MySchoolScout is Plantation High School with a composite score of 5.0/10.
How many school districts serve Plantation, Florida?
Plantation is served by 1 school district: Broward.
What is the education level in Plantation, Florida?
According to Census data, 33% of adults in Plantation have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Plantation, Florida?
The median household income in Plantation is approximately $77,332 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Plantation, Florida?
Yes, Plantation has 17 private schools alongside 12 public schools. The top-rated private school is American High School with a score of 8.3/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Plantation, Florida?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Plantation is 19.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Plantation, 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.