Stranahan High School, located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, was officially opened in 1953 as an elementary school. The school is a part of the Broward County Public Schools district.
Serving 1,286 students in grades 9-12, Stranahan High School 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 23% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,286 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 20% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Stranahan High School serves the eastern part of Fort Lauderdale, covering an attendance zone of approximately 19.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.7 miles to the school, while the furthest edge of the zone is about 5.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stranahan High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Stranahan High School's student population of 1,286 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,286 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1953
School Calendar
School Motto
Empower. Inspire. Achieve.
School Rankings
Stranahan High School 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 Stranahan High School is 0.52, 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
#3259 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
31%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
62%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
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
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
96%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)69.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
3%
4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Orange
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stranahan High School's ranking?
Stranahan High School is ranked #3259 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Stranahan High School often compared to?
Stranahan High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fort Lauderdale High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Stranahan High School?
The graduation rate of Stranahan High School is 96%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend Stranahan High School?
1,286 students attend Stranahan High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Stranahan High School students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stranahan High School?
Stranahan High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Stranahan High School offer ?
Stranahan High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stranahan High School part of?
Stranahan High School is part of Broward School District.
In what neighborhood is Stranahan High School located?
Stranahan High School is located in the Riverside Park neighborhood of Fort Lauderdale, FL.
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