For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 2,739 students in 33305, FL (there are 1 private school, serving 52 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 33305, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 33305, FL are Wilton Manors Elementary School and Fort Lauderdale High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 33305 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Florida public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 33305, FL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33305, FL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wilton Manors Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2401 Ne 3rd Ave
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33305
(754) 322-8950
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33305
(754) 322-8950
Gr: PK-5 | 557 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #22.
Fort Lauderdale High School
Magnet School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1600 Ne 4th Ave
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33305
(754) 322-1100
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33305
(754) 322-1100
Gr: 9-12 | 2,182 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
33305, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Kids In Distress, Inc. Elementary School (Closed 2013)
Special Education School
819 Ne 26th St
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33305
(954) 390-7654
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33305
(954) 390-7654
Gr: PK
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 33305, FL?
The top ranked public schools in 33305, FL include Wilton Manors Elementary School and Fort Lauderdale High School.
How many public schools are located in 33305?
2 public schools are located in 33305.
What percentage of students in 33305 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 33305 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 33305?
33305 public schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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