Serving 716 students in grades 6-12, Lauderhill 6-12 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 716 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Lauderhill 6-12 is located in the eastern part of Fort Lauderdale, covering approximately 3.3 square miles. Most families can expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.1 miles from the school to the edge of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lauderhill 6-12's student population of 716 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
716 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lauderhill 6-12 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lauderhill 6-12 is 0.19, 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
#3354 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
8%
38%
Black
90%
21%
White
1%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lauderhill 6-12's ranking?
Lauderhill 6-12 is ranked #3354 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Lauderhill 6-12 often compared to?
Lauderhill 6-12is often viewed alongside schools like Plantation Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lauderhill 6-12?
The graduation rate of Lauderhill 6-12 is 80%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend Lauderhill 6-12?
716 students attend Lauderhill 6-12.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Lauderhill 6-12 students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lauderhill 6-12?
Lauderhill 6-12 has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lauderhill 6-12 offer ?
Lauderhill 6-12 offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lauderhill 6-12 part of?
Lauderhill 6-12 is part of Broward School District.
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