Cooper City High School, also referred to as CCHS, is a high school located in Cooper City, Florida, which teaches grades 9–12. The school includes standard high school curriculum plus specialized classes devoted to career development including auto tech, child care, and computer programming.
Serving 2,399 students in grades 9-12, Cooper City High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,399 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Cooper City High School serves the southeast part of Fort Lauderdale, covering an area of approximately 9.1 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 1.5 miles to the nearest boundary and a maximum of 2.9 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cooper City High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Cooper City High School's student population of 2,399 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 95 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,399 students
Total Classroom Teachers
95 teachers
Year Founded
1971
School Calendar
Average Class Size
25 students
School Rankings
Cooper City High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cooper City High School is 0.64, 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
#720 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
42%
38%
Black
6%
21%
White
42%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black, Red
School Mascot
Pistol Pete (formerly Lasso Larry)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cooper City High School's ranking?
Cooper City High School is ranked #720 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Cooper City High School often compared to?
Cooper City High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cypress Bay High School, Western High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cooper City High School?
The graduation rate of Cooper City High School is 99%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Cooper City High School?
2,399 students attend Cooper City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Cooper City High School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cooper City High School?
Cooper City High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cooper City High School offer ?
Cooper City High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cooper City High School part of?
Cooper City High School is part of Broward School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Great school. Switched from Hills. So much happier
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