Serving 197 students in grades 9-12, Sunfire High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 197 students
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 35-39% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sunfire High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
School Overview
Sunfire High School's student population of 197 students has declined by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 60% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
197 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sunfire High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunfire High School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1627 out of 3655 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
17%
36%
Black
79%
21%
White
4%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
35-39%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunfire High School's ranking?
Sunfire High School is ranked #1627 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sunfire High School?
The graduation rate of Sunfire High School is 35-39%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 89%.
How many students attend Sunfire High School?
197 students attend Sunfire High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Sunfire High School students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are White.
What grades does Sunfire High School offer ?
Sunfire High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Sunfire High School part of?
Sunfire High School is part of Broward School District.
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