Below Average
#3404 of 3,778 schools in FL
Piper High School
High School · BROWARD
8000 NW 44TH ST, Lauderhill, FL 33351
Enrollment
2,418
Student-Teacher
24.7:1
Score
4.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,418
Student-Teacher
24.7:1
Score
4.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,404 of 3,778
In Lauderhill
#9 of 10
public schools
In district
#294 of 319
BROWARD
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About Piper High School
Piper High School is a public high school in Lauderhill, FL, part of BROWARD. Piper High School serves approximately 2,418 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 24.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Piper High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,404 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Piper High School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 5.5
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
Piper High School is a large school: 2,418 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
Piper High School runs 24.7:1 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.
48% of students at Piper High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Piper High School — Students at Piper High School score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
47.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 28 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.5/10.
How Piper High School Compares
See how Piper High School 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
8000 NW 44TH ST, Lauderhill, FL 33351
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Piper High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. MILLENNIUM 6-12 COLLEGIATE ACADEMY (rated 5.9/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Tamarac), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ARC BROWARD INC. (rated 5.9/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Sunrise), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lauderhill, see our Lauderhill schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KIDS HAVEN ACADEMY SUNRISE Sunrise | 0.4 mi | — |
| AMBERWOOD ACADEMY Lauderhill | 0.7 mi | — |
| BANYAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sunrise | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| HARVARD ACADEMY Sunrise | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| DISCOVERY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sunrise | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| WESTPINE MIDDLE SCHOOL Sunrise | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| BETHLEHEM JUNIOR ACADEMY Fort Lauderdale | 1.5 mi | 4.4 |
| CHALLENGER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tamarac | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| MILLENNIUM 6-12 COLLEGIATE ACADEMY Tamarac | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| WELLEBY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sunrise | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| HORIZON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sunrise | 2.0 mi | 5.4 |
| BAIR MIDDLE SCHOOL Sunrise | 2.0 mi | 5.2 |
| FRANKLIN ACADEMY SUNRISE Sunrise | 1.8 mi | 8.3 |
| VILLAGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sunrise | 2.0 mi | 5.4 |
| THE BLAKE SCHOOL OF PLANTATION Plantation | 2.1 mi | 8.2 |
| ARC BROWARD INC. Sunrise | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| ALAZHAR SCHOOL Tamarac | 2.2 mi | 6.6 |
| ENDEAVOUR PRIMARY LEARNING CENTER Lauderhill | 2.1 mi | 6.1 |
| NORTH BROWARD ACADEMY OF EXCELLENCE North Lauderdale | 2.2 mi | 5.2 |
| NORTH BROWARD ACADEMY OF EXCELLENCE MIDDLE North Lauderdale | 2.2 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33351 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,996
Median Home Value
$352,500
Median Rent
$1,881/mo
Population
34,582
College Educated
31%
Homeownership
56.8%
Avg Commute
27.9 min
Poverty Rate
10.4%
Median Age
39.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HORIZON HIGH SCHOOL Winter Garden, FL | 4.0 |
| LAKE GIBSON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Lakeland, FL | 4.0 |
| AUBURNDALE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Auburndale, FL | 4.1 |
| DR. MICHAEL M. KROP SENIOR HIGH Miami, FL | 4.1 |
| KATHLEEN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Lakeland, FL | 4.1 |
| LIBERTY HIGH SCHOOL Kissimmee, FL | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Piper High School
What grades does Piper High School serve?
Piper High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Piper High School?
Piper High School has an enrollment of approximately 2,418 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Piper High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Piper High School is 24.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Piper High School rank in FL?
Piper High School ranks #3,404 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Piper High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Piper High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Piper High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Piper High School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Piper High School a charter school?
No, Piper High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Piper High School a Title I school?
No, Piper High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Piper High School?
47.8% of students at Piper High School 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 2,418
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 98
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 47.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Broward County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.9%
- Phone
- (754) 322-1700
- 4-Year Graduation
- 99%+
Resources & Links
District
BROWARD- District Enrollment
- 251,408
- Schools in District
- 325
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,121
- District Rank
- #294 of 319
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