Average
#2290 of 3,778 schools in FL
Broward Detention Center
High School · BROWARD
222 NW 22ND AVE, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311
Enrollment
76
Score
5.7
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
76
Score
5.7
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,290 of 3,778
In Fort Lauderdale
#21 of 30
public schools
In district
#208 of 319
BROWARD
School environment
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Broward Detention Center
Broward Detention Center is a public high school in Fort Lauderdale, FL, part of BROWARD. Broward Detention Center serves approximately 76 students, and covers grades 6th-12th. Broward Detention Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,290 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Broward Detention Center show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
At 76 students, Broward Detention Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Broward Detention Center sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Broward Detention Center — Students at Broward Detention Center score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
73.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 11 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.9/10.
How Broward Detention Center Compares
See how Broward Detention Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
222 NW 22ND AVE, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Broward Detention Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ST THOMAS AQUINAS HIGH SCHOOL (rated 4.2/10, 1.3 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is STRANAHAN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 3.9/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, DILLARD 6-12 (rated 3.6/10, 1.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Fort Lauderdale, see our Fort Lauderdale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LEADERSHIP PREPARATORY ACADEMY Fort Lauderdale | 0.5 mi | — |
| NORTH FORK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale | 0.5 mi | 7.1 |
| S.O.U.L. ACADEMY Pompano Beach | 0.7 mi | 4.1 |
| THE INTERNATIONAL FAMILY ACADEMY Fort Lauderdale | 0.7 mi | 3.7 |
| PERMISSION TO SUCCEED ACADEMY Fort Lauderdale | 0.8 mi | — |
| STRANAHAN HIGH SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale | 0.9 mi | 3.9 |
| WALKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| SUNLAND PARK ACADEMY Fort Lauderdale | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| DILLARD 6-12 Fort Lauderdale | 1.1 mi | 3.6 |
| DILLARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| RIVERLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. MONTESSORI ACADEMY Lauderhill | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| WESTWOOD HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| MOUNT BETHEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fort Lauderdale | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| OUR LADY QUEEN OF MARTYRS SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| JACK AND JILL CHILDREN'S CENTER Fort Lauderdale | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| REFINE LEARNING CENTER II, INC. Fort Lauderdale | 1.2 mi | 4.4 |
| ST THOMAS AQUINAS HIGH SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale | 1.3 mi | 4.2 |
| MOUNT OLIVET SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale | 1.3 mi | — |
| SUNED HIGH OF SOUTH BROWARD Ft. Lauderdale | 1.4 mi | 2.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33311 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,918
Median Home Value
$276,600
Median Rent
$1,385/mo
Population
73,280
College Educated
17.9%
Homeownership
47.9%
Avg Commute
27.6 min
Poverty Rate
24.6%
Median Age
35.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Broward Detention Center
What grades does Broward Detention Center serve?
Broward Detention Center serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Broward Detention Center?
Broward Detention Center has an enrollment of approximately 76 students.
How does Broward Detention Center rank in FL?
Broward Detention Center ranks #2,290 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Broward Detention Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Broward Detention Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Broward Detention Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Broward Detention Center has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
Is Broward Detention Center a charter school?
No, Broward Detention Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Broward Detention Center a Title I school?
No, Broward Detention Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Broward Detention Center?
73.7% of students at Broward Detention Center qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 76
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 73.7%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Broward County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 2.6%
- Phone
- (754) 321-7550
Resources & Links
District
BROWARD- District Enrollment
- 251,408
- Schools in District
- 325
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,121
- District Rank
- #208 of 319
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