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6.3 avg / 10

Best Schools in Southwest Ranches, Florida

7 schools · 4 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High

Public: 3
Private: 4
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.3/10
Estimated Scores: 50%

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
6.3/10

33% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$137,474

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$690,950

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
58%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
26 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
90%

Of occupied housing units

How Southwest Ranches compares

Florida rank

#153 of 280

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.0

below Florida avg (6.4)

Median household income

$137k

183% of Florida median

Schools in this city

6

About Schools in Southwest Ranches, Florida

Southwest Ranches, Florida is home to 7 schools, including 3 public schools and 4 private schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.

With an average rating of 6.3 out of 10, schools in Southwest Ranches show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Southwest Ranches is Hawkes Bluff Elementary School with a composite score of 8.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Southwest Ranches is served by 1 school district: BROWARD. These districts collectively serve 251,408 students.

Southwest Ranches's community shows 58% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $137,474. The poverty rate in the area is 4.2%.

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.

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Filter by ZIP: 33331 (5) 33330 (2)

Elementary Schools

4 schools
# School Rating
1
HAWKES BLUFF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
700 students · Pre-K–5th 		8.0
2
GREENTREE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL
282 students · Kindergarten–8th 		6.4
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
THE MASTERS ACADEMY Private
70 students · Pre-K–8th 		Not Rated
2
APPLE TREE MONTESSORI Private
50 students · Pre-K–3rd 		Not Rated

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
SILVER TRAIL MIDDLE SCHOOL
1,249 students · 6th–8th 		5.2

High Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1
ARCHBISHOP MCCARTHY HIGH SCHOOL Private
1,743 students · 9th–12th 		Not Rated
2
FLEX LEARNING ACADEMY Private
29 students · 6th–12th 		Not Rated

Schools in Southwest Ranches

Southwest Ranches, Florida · 7 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes

Median Income

$137,474

Median Home Value

$690,950

Median Rent

$2,734/mo

Population

39,491

College Educated

58%

Homeownership

90%

Avg Commute

26 min

Poverty Rate

4.2%

Community Profile

Southwest Ranches has a median household income of $137,474. It is a well-educated community where 58% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $690,950, with a median rent of $2,734/month. The local poverty rate of 4.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State
Florida
Total Schools
7
Elementary
4
Middle
1
High
2
Districts
1
Avg Rating
6.3/10

Resources

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School District

BROWARD

325 schools · 251,408 students

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How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Southwest Ranches, Florida

How many schools are in Southwest Ranches, Florida?

Southwest Ranches has 7 schools, including 3 public and 4 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Southwest Ranches, Florida?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Southwest Ranches is 6.3 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Southwest Ranches, Florida?

The top-ranked school in Southwest Ranches on MySchoolScout is Hawkes Bluff Elementary School with a composite score of 8.0/10.

What is the best elementary school in Southwest Ranches, Florida?

The top-ranked elementary school in Southwest Ranches on MySchoolScout is Hawkes Bluff Elementary School with a composite score of 8.0/10.

What is the best middle school in Southwest Ranches, Florida?

The top-ranked middle school in Southwest Ranches on MySchoolScout is Silver Trail Middle School with a composite score of 5.2/10.

What is the best high school in Southwest Ranches, Florida?

The top-ranked high school in Southwest Ranches on MySchoolScout is Archbishop Mccarthy High School with a composite score of 3.9/10.

How many school districts serve Southwest Ranches, Florida?

Southwest Ranches is served by 1 school district: Broward.

What is the education level in Southwest Ranches, Florida?

According to Census data, 58% of adults in Southwest Ranches have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Southwest Ranches, Florida?

The median household income in Southwest Ranches is approximately $137,474 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Southwest Ranches, Florida?

Yes, Southwest Ranches has 4 private schools alongside 3 public schools. The top-rated private school is The Masters Academy with a score of 7.7/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Southwest Ranches, Florida?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Southwest Ranches is 14.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Southwest Ranches, 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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.

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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.