Average
#2575 of 3,778 schools in FL
Whispering Pines Exceptional Education Center
School · BROWARD
3609 SW 89TH AVE, Miramar, FL 33025
Enrollment
186
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
186
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,575 of 3,778
In Miramar
#20 of 24
public schools
In district
#229 of 319
BROWARD
Academic growth
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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About Whispering Pines Exceptional Education Center
Whispering Pines Exceptional Education Center is a public school in Miramar, FL, part of BROWARD. Whispering Pines Exceptional Education Center serves approximately 186 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Whispering Pines Exceptional Education Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,575 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Whispering Pines Exceptional Education Center show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 6.4
- FL avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 186 students, Whispering Pines Exceptional Education 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 Whispering Pines Exceptional Education 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.
At 8.5:1 students to teachers, Whispering Pines Exceptional Education Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Whispering Pines Exceptional Education Center — Students at Whispering Pines Exceptional Education Center score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
59.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 37 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 7.7/10.
How Whispering Pines Exceptional Education Center Compares
See how Whispering Pines Exceptional Education 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
3609 SW 89TH AVE, Miramar, FL 33025
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Whispering Pines Exceptional Education Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. ROBERT RENICK EDUCATIONAL CENTER (rated 4.7/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Miami Gardens), with a comparable rating. Another option is HIS HOUSE (rated 4.6/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Miami), with a comparable rating. Additionally, HENRY D PERRY EDUCATION CENTER (rated 4.3/10, 1.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Miramar, see our Miramar schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33025 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,120
Median Home Value
$339,400
Median Rent
$1,945/mo
Population
74,512
College Educated
30.1%
Homeownership
46.5%
Avg Commute
28.4 min
Poverty Rate
10.9%
Median Age
37.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Whispering Pines Exceptional Education Center
What grades does Whispering Pines Exceptional Education Center serve?
Whispering Pines Exceptional Education Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Whispering Pines Exceptional Education Center?
Whispering Pines Exceptional Education Center has an enrollment of approximately 186 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Whispering Pines Exceptional Education Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Whispering Pines Exceptional Education Center is 8.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Whispering Pines Exceptional Education Center rank in FL?
Whispering Pines Exceptional Education Center ranks #2,575 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Whispering Pines Exceptional Education Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Whispering Pines Exceptional Education Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Whispering Pines Exceptional Education Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Whispering Pines Exceptional Education Center has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Whispering Pines Exceptional Education Center a charter school?
No, Whispering Pines Exceptional Education Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Whispering Pines Exceptional Education Center a Title I school?
No, Whispering Pines Exceptional Education Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Whispering Pines Exceptional Education Center?
59.7% of students at Whispering Pines Exceptional Education 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
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 186
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.7%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Broward County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 60.2%
- Phone
- (754) 321-7650
- 4-Year Graduation
- 30.0%
Resources & Links
District
BROWARD- District Enrollment
- 251,408
- Schools in District
- 325
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,121
- District Rank
- #229 of 319
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