Mcfatter Technical College

6500 Nova Dr
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33317
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10/
10
Top 10%
Serving 596 students in grades 9-12, Mcfatter Technical College ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • School Type: Vocational school / Magnet School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 596 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 79%
  • : ≥95% (Top 20% in FL)
  • : Top 10%
  • : 70-74% (Top 20%)
  • : 90% (Top 5%)
  • : 85-89% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Mcfatter Technical College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Mcfatter Technical College's student population of 596 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
596 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Year Founded
1985
School Calendar

School Rankings

Mcfatter Technical College ranks within the top 10% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcfatter Technical College is 0.65, 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.
This School
State Level (FL)
#279 out of 3662 schools
(Top 10%)

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

70-74%
52%

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

90%
52%

Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

85-89%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Asian
6%
3%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
52%
38%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Black
19%
21%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

White
21%
34%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
2%
4%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
79%
0.65

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

≥95%
88%

Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
18.5%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
42%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mcfatter Technical College's ranking?
Mcfatter Technical College is ranked #279 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Mcfatter Technical College often compared to?
Mcfatter Technical Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Sheridan Technical College by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mcfatter Technical College?
The graduation rate of Mcfatter Technical College is 95%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend Mcfatter Technical College?
596 students attend Mcfatter Technical College.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Mcfatter Technical College students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 19% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcfatter Technical College?
Mcfatter Technical College has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mcfatter Technical College offer ?
Mcfatter Technical College offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mcfatter Technical College part of?
Mcfatter Technical College is part of Broward School District.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • School Type: Vocational school / Magnet School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 596 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 79%
  • : ≥95% (Top 20%)
  • : Top 10%
  • : 70-74% (Top 20%)
  • : 90% (Top 5%)
  • : 85-89% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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