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#1416 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Archbishop Mccarthy High School

High School

5451 S FLAMINGO RD, Southwest Ranches, FL 33330

Private

Enrollment

1,743

Student-Teacher

23.7:1

Score

3.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Florida private schools

#1,416 of 1,462

In Southwest Ranches

#3 of 3

public schools

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Archbishop Mccarthy High School

3.9/10

High School in Southwest Ranches · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Archbishop Mccarthy High School

Archbishop Mccarthy High School is a private high school in Southwest Ranches, FL. Archbishop Mccarthy High School serves approximately 1,743 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 23.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Archbishop Mccarthy High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,416 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it compares1.8 pts below FL schools
  • This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
  • FL avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

Archbishop Mccarthy High School runs 23.7:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Archbishop Mccarthy High School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Archbishop Mccarthy High School compares to the 3 public schools in Southwest Ranches, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio
23.7:1
This School
vs
20.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
1,743
This School
vs
744
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
3.9
This School
vs
6.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 63.5% vs 0%
White 13% vs 0%
Black 8.7% vs 0%
Asian 4.1% vs 0%
Archbishop Mccarthy High School Southwest Ranches Public Avg

All Schools in Southwest Ranches

School Rating
Archbishop Mccarthy High School (this school) 3.9
HAWKES BLUFF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 8.2
GREENTREE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL 5.6
SILVER TRAIL MIDDLE SCHOOL 6.0

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in FL.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C- 1.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 23.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.4 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,188
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 8.0 / 10
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Diversity Index 56%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
D 1.2 / 10
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Enrollment 1,743
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in FL

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Hispanic 63.5%
White 13.0%
Two or More 10.2%
Black 8.7%
Asian 4.1%
Native American 0.3%
Pacific Islander 0.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

5451 S FLAMINGO RD, Southwest Ranches, FL 33330

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Archbishop Mccarthy High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. COOPER CITY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Cooper City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CHARLES W FLANAGAN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.6/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Pembroke Pines), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Southwest Ranches, see our Southwest Ranches schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
COOPER CITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cooper City 0.2 mi 7.3
POTENTIAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cooper City 0.5 mi 7.2
TEMPLE BETH EMET DAY SCHOOL Cooper City 0.6 mi 7.4
FRANKLIN ACADEMY COOPER CITY Cooper City 0.8 mi 8.6
MONTESSORI INSTITUTE OF BROWARD Davie 0.9 mi 7.4
GRIFFIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cooper City 0.9 mi 8.5
THE MASTERS ACADEMY Southwest Ranches 1.3 mi 7.6
EMBASSY CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cooper City 2.0 mi 8.1
CHARLES W FLANAGAN HIGH SCHOOL Pembroke Pines 2.1 mi 5.6
PEMBROKE LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pembroke Pines 2.1 mi 8.7
ATLANTIC MONTESSORI CHARTER SCHOOL WEST CAMPUS Davie 2.6 mi 8.6
WALTER C. YOUNG MIDDLE SCHOOL Pembroke Pines 2.7 mi 6.0
DIVINE ACADEMY Pembroke Pines 2.6 mi 7.1
RENAISSANCE CHARTER SCHOOL AT COOPER CITY Cooper City 2.6 mi 8.4
FIRST BAPTIST ACADEMY Hollywood 2.6 mi 7.4
LAKESIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pembroke Pines 2.8 mi 7.0
COOPER CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cooper City 2.6 mi 8.3
COOPER CITY HIGH SCHOOL Cooper City 2.7 mi 6.2
HAWKES BLUFF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Southwest Ranches 2.8 mi 8.2
SILVER PALMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pembroke Pines 3.1 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33330 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$132,483

Median Home Value

$715,000

Median Rent

$2,618/mo

Population

14,384

College Educated

57.5%

Homeownership

94.4%

Avg Commute

23.9 min

Poverty Rate

5.3%

Median Age

44

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Archbishop Mccarthy High School

What grades does Archbishop Mccarthy High School serve?

Archbishop Mccarthy High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Archbishop Mccarthy High School?

Archbishop Mccarthy High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,743 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Archbishop Mccarthy High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Archbishop Mccarthy High School is 23.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Archbishop Mccarthy High School rank in FL?

Archbishop Mccarthy High School ranks #1,416 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Archbishop Mccarthy High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Archbishop Mccarthy High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Archbishop Mccarthy High School a private school?

Yes, Archbishop Mccarthy High School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Archbishop Mccarthy High School a religious school?

Archbishop Mccarthy High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
50 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,743
Gender Split
44% M / 56% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
23.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
74
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.6 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Broward County

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