Average
#2790 of 3,778 schools in FL
Plantation High School
High School · BROWARD
6901 NW 16TH ST, Plantation, FL 33313
Enrollment
1,796
Student-Teacher
23.9:1
Score
5.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,796
Student-Teacher
23.9:1
Score
5.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,790 of 3,778
In Plantation
#9 of 12
public schools
In district
#239 of 319
BROWARD
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About Plantation High School
Plantation High School is a public high school in Plantation, FL, part of BROWARD. Plantation High School serves approximately 1,796 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 23.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Plantation High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,790 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Plantation High School show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
Plantation High School runs 23.9:1 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.
54% of students at Plantation 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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Plantation High School — Students at Plantation High School score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
49.2%
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: 4.5/10.
How Plantation High School Compares
See how Plantation 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
6901 NW 16TH ST, Plantation, FL 33313
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Plantation High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. AMERICAN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE BLAKE SCHOOL OF PLANTATION (rated 8.2/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Plantation, see our Plantation schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE BLAKE SCHOOL OF PLANTATION Plantation | 0.4 mi | 8.2 |
| MIRROR LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plantation | 0.4 mi | 7.7 |
| VILLAGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sunrise | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| DICKENS SANOMI ACADEMY Plantation | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| RENAISSANCE CHARTER SCHOOL AT PLANTATION Plantation | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| MIZRAHI TORAH ACADEMY Plantation | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| MIZRAHI TORAH ACADEMY Plantation | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| PLANTATION MIDDLE SCHOOL Plantation | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| BEN GAMLA CHARTER SCHOOL SOUTH BROWARD Miami | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| PETERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plantation | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| ROYAL PALM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lauderhill | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| ENDEAVOUR PRIMARY LEARNING CENTER Lauderhill | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| AMERICAN HIGH SCHOOL Plantation | 1.3 mi | 8.3 |
| AMERICAN HIGH SCHOOL LLC Plantation | 1.3 mi | 3.5 |
| OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN SCHOOL Plantation | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| LAUDERHILL 6-12 Lauderhill | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| LAUDERHILL PAUL TURNER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lauderdale Lakes | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
| HORIZON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sunrise | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| KIDS HAVEN ACADEMY SUNRISE Sunrise | 2.0 mi | — |
| BAIR MIDDLE SCHOOL Sunrise | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33313 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$45,408
Median Home Value
$236,300
Median Rent
$1,608/mo
Population
64,228
College Educated
15%
Homeownership
44%
Avg Commute
27.6 min
Poverty Rate
22.9%
Median Age
34
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BOOKER HIGH SCHOOL Sarasota, FL | 5.0 |
| BOYNTON BEACH COMMUNITY HIGH Boynton Beach, FL | 5.0 |
| CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Brooksville, FL | 5.0 |
| EDWARD H. WHITE HIGH SCHOOL Jacksonville, FL | 5.0 |
| FREEDOM HIGH Orlando, FL | 5.0 |
| HUDSON HIGH SCHOOL Hudson, FL | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Plantation High School
What grades does Plantation High School serve?
Plantation High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Plantation High School?
Plantation High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,796 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Plantation High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Plantation High School is 23.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Plantation High School rank in FL?
Plantation High School ranks #2,790 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Plantation High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Plantation High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Plantation High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Plantation High School has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Plantation High School a charter school?
No, Plantation High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Plantation High School a Title I school?
No, Plantation High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Plantation High School?
49.2% of students at Plantation 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
- 1,796
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 75
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 49.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Broward County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 54.2%
- Phone
- (754) 322-1850
- 4-Year Graduation
- 95.0%
Resources & Links
District
BROWARD- District Enrollment
- 251,408
- Schools in District
- 325
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,121
- District Rank
- #239 of 319
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