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#2291 of 3,778 schools in FL
Sunrise High School
High School · BROWARD
424 W SUNRISE BLVD, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33311
Enrollment
420
Score
5.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
420
Score
5.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,291 of 3,778
In Ft. Lauderdale
#2 of 6
public schools
In district
#209 of 319
BROWARD
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Sunrise High School
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About Sunrise High School
Sunrise High School is a public high school in Ft. Lauderdale, FL, part of BROWARD. Sunrise High School serves approximately 420 students, and covers grades 9th-12th.
Sunrise High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,291 of 3,778 schools in FL. Structured state assessment records for Sunrise High School show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2021) and 8% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Sunrise High School 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.
Sunrise High School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Sunrise High School — Students at Sunrise High School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 26 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: 9.3/10.
How Sunrise High School Compares
See how Sunrise High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
424 W SUNRISE BLVD, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33311
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sunrise High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. FORT LAUDERDALE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Fort Lauderdale), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS INC. (rated 6.0/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Wilton Manors), with a very similar rating. Additionally, BROWARD DETENTION CENTER (rated 5.7/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Fort Lauderdale), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Ft. Lauderdale, see our Ft. Lauderdale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THURGOOD MARSHALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| NORTH SIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale | 0.4 mi | 7.6 |
| MOUNT BETHEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fort Lauderdale | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| SUNLAND PARK ACADEMY Fort Lauderdale | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| WALKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| THE INTERNATIONAL FAMILY ACADEMY Fort Lauderdale | 0.9 mi | 3.7 |
| S.O.U.L. ACADEMY Pompano Beach | 0.9 mi | 4.1 |
| JACK AND JILL CHILDREN'S CENTER Fort Lauderdale | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| FORT LAUDERDALE HIGH SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| HOLY TEMPLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fort Lauderdale | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| ST ANTHONY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| FIDELIS ACADEMY Fort Lauderdale | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| NORTH FORK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| LEADERSHIP PREPARATORY ACADEMY Fort Lauderdale | 1.2 mi | — |
| VIRGINIA SHUMAN YOUNG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS INC. Wilton Manors | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| WILTON MANORS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wilton Manors | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
| BROWARD DETENTION CENTER Fort Lauderdale | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| DILLARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| LITTLE FLOWER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Wilton Manors | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
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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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CARDINAL MOONEY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Sarasota, FL | 5.7 |
| JAY HIGH SCHOOL Jay, FL | 5.7 |
| SUCCESS ACADEMY Pensacola, FL | 5.7 |
| SUNED HIGH SCHOOL OF NORTH BROWARD Margate, FL | 5.7 |
| WEWAHITCHKA HIGH SCHOOL Wewahitchka, FL | 5.7 |
| HAWTHORNE MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL Hawthorne, FL | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sunrise High School
What grades does Sunrise High School serve?
Sunrise High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Sunrise High School?
Sunrise High School has an enrollment of approximately 420 students.
How does Sunrise High School rank in FL?
Sunrise High School ranks #2,291 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Sunrise High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sunrise High School 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 Sunrise High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sunrise High School has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2021) and 8% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
Is Sunrise High School a charter school?
Yes, Sunrise High School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Sunrise High School a Title I school?
No, Sunrise High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sunrise High School?
50.5% of students at Sunrise 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
- 420
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.5%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Broward County
- Phone
- (954) 446-9234
- 4-Year Graduation
- 72.0%
Resources & Links
District
BROWARD- District Enrollment
- 251,408
- Schools in District
- 325
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,121
- District Rank
- #209 of 319
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