Below Average

#1374 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Fort Lauderdale Preparatory School

School

3275 W OAKLAND PARK BLVD, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

181

Student-Teacher

15.1:1

Score

4.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Enrollment

181

Student-Teacher

15.1:1

Score

4.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#1,374 of 1,462

In Fort Lauderdale

#23 of 25

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About Fort Lauderdale Preparatory School

Fort Lauderdale Preparatory School is a private school in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Fort Lauderdale Preparatory School serves approximately 181 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Fort Lauderdale Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,374 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it compares1.9 pts below FL schools

4.4

This school 4.4 · Below Average
FL avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 181 students, Fort Lauderdale Preparatory School 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.

Fort Lauderdale Preparatory 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 Fort Lauderdale Preparatory School compares to 31 public schools serving similar grades in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio

15.1:1

This School

17:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

181

This School

665

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

4.4

This School

6.2

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 89.5% vs 0%

Hispanic 5.5% vs 0%

White 3.3% vs 0%

Asian 1.7% vs 0%

Fort Lauderdale Preparatory School Fort Lauderdale Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Fort Lauderdale Preparatory School (this school)	—	181	15.1:1	4.4
WILLIAM DANDY MIDDLE SCHOOL	1.2 mi	681	17.5:1	3.2
ROCK ISLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.6 mi	462	17.1:1	6.8
WINGATE OAKS CENTER	1.9 mi	120	7.1:1	6.1
DILLARD 6-12	2.1 mi	2,199	20.7:1	3.6
DILLARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.1 mi	615	19.8:1	5.9
SUNLAND PARK ACADEMY	2.9 mi	442	17.7:1	7.5
THURGOOD MARSHALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.9 mi	325	18.1:1	7.2
BROWARD DETENTION CENTER	3.2 mi	76	—:1	5.7
FORT LAUDERDALE HIGH SCHOOL	3.4 mi	2,182	22.5:1	6.5
NORTH FORK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.5 mi	413	19.7:1	7.1
WALKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.5 mi	512	19:1	4.9
NORTH SIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.6 mi	288	13.7:1	7.6
WESTWOOD HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.9 mi	510	17.6:1	8.1
STRANAHAN HIGH SCHOOL	4.1 mi	1,328	21.1:1	3.9
RIVERLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	4.1 mi	465	17.2:1	5.1
FLORANADA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	4.2 mi	739	16.4:1	9.2
LAKEWOOD RANCH PREPARATORY ACADEMY	4.3 mi	1,270	18.1:1	—
PINE RIDGE ALTERNATIVE CENTER	4.3 mi	43	3.6:1	5.5
NEW LIFE CHARTER ACADEMY	4.3 mi	111	—:1	7.3
BENNETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	4.4 mi	299	13:1	5.1

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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

C 3.4 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 15.1:1

Instructional Commitment

C 2.5 / 10

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School Day Length 6 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,068

Diversity & Inclusion

C+ 4.3 / 10

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Diversity Index 20%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.4 / 10

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Enrollment 181

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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)

Black 89.5%

Hispanic 5.5%

White 3.3%

Asian 1.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3275 W OAKLAND PARK BLVD, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Fort Lauderdale Preparatory School may also want to explore other schools in the area. RHEM WORD CHRISTIA ACADEMY (rated 6.7/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Lauderdale Lakes), which scores notably higher. Another option is PINEY GROVE ACADEMY (rated 6.4/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Lauderdale Lakes), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THE EMBASSY ACADEMY (rated 6.0/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Oakland Park), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fort Lauderdale, see our Fort Lauderdale schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
ST HELEN ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH Fort Lauderdale	0.1 mi	196	5.5
ORIOLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lauderdale Lakes	0.6 mi	693	6.0
LAUDERDALE LAKES MIDDLE SCHOOL Lauderdale Lakes	0.7 mi	864	4.2
BOYD H. ANDERSON HIGH SCHOOL Lauderdale Lakes	0.8 mi	2,162	4.2
THE EMBASSY ACADEMY Oakland Park	0.9 mi	96	6.0
KRADLE TO KINDERGARTEN PRESCHOOL II Lauderdale Lakes	0.9 mi	17	—
AMERIBELGE CENTER FOR EDUCATION Lauderdale Lakes	0.9 mi	34	3.8
PARK LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lauderdale Lakes	1.0 mi	943	7.5
SUNFIRE HIGH SCHOOL Oakland Park	1.0 mi	403	4.7
WILLIAM DANDY MIDDLE SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale	1.2 mi	681	3.2
MLMPI PREP ACADEMY 2 Oakland Park	1.2 mi	31	4.4
GATEWAY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fort Lauderdale	1.3 mi	83	4.5
CENTRAL CHARTER SCHOOL Lauderdale Lakes	1.4 mi	1,232	4.9
RHEM WORD CHRISTIA ACADEMY Lauderdale Lakes	1.4 mi	177	6.7
PINEY GROVE ACADEMY Lauderdale Lakes	1.3 mi	78	6.4
CASTLE HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lauderhill	1.4 mi	587	5.8
EAGLES NEST CHARTER ACADEMY Lauderhill	1.6 mi	321	3.9
ELITE ACADEMY SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE Oakland Park	1.4 mi	61	5.0
ROCK ISLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale	1.6 mi	462	6.8
CHRISTIAN LIFE ACADEMY Fort Lauderdale	1.7 mi	107	5.1

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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THE PHOENIX PROGRAM NAPLES Naples, FL	155	4.4
HOSPITAL HOMEBOUND Bartow, FL	151	4.5
PINELLAS HIGH INNOVATION Clearwater, FL	172	4.5
DREAM ACADEMY SCHOOLS New Port Richey, FL	229	4.6
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Fort Lauderdale Preparatory School

What grades does Fort Lauderdale Preparatory School serve?

Fort Lauderdale Preparatory School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Fort Lauderdale Preparatory School?

Fort Lauderdale Preparatory School has an enrollment of approximately 181 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Fort Lauderdale Preparatory School?

The student-teacher ratio at Fort Lauderdale Preparatory School is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Fort Lauderdale Preparatory School rank in FL?

Fort Lauderdale Preparatory School ranks #1,374 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Fort Lauderdale Preparatory School's MySchoolScout rating?

Fort Lauderdale Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Fort Lauderdale Preparatory School a private school?

Yes, Fort Lauderdale Preparatory School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Fort Lauderdale Preparatory School a religious school?

No, Fort Lauderdale Preparatory School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 64 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score: 38 Some Transit
Bike Score: 48 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment: 181
Gender Split: 57% M / 43% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 15.1:1
Teachers (FTE): 12
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 6 hours
Days Per Year: 178 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Broward County
Phone: (954) 485-7500

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