Serving 650 students in grades 6-12, Whiddon Rodgers Education Center ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 650 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 28% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Whiddon Rodgers Education Center's student population of 650 students has declined by 36% 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
Total Students
650 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Whiddon Rodgers Education Center ranks within the top 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Whiddon Rodgers Education Center is 0.33, 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
#1627 out of 3655 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
14%
36%
Black
81%
21%
White
3%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
28%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whiddon Rodgers Education Center's ranking?
Whiddon Rodgers Education Center is ranked #1627 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Whiddon Rodgers Education Center?
The graduation rate of Whiddon Rodgers Education Center is 28%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 89%.
How many students attend Whiddon Rodgers Education Center?
650 students attend Whiddon Rodgers Education Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Whiddon Rodgers Education Center students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Whiddon Rodgers Education Center?
Whiddon Rodgers Education Center has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Whiddon Rodgers Education Center offer ?
Whiddon Rodgers Education Center offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Whiddon Rodgers Education Center part of?
Whiddon Rodgers Education Center is part of Broward School District.
In what neighborhood is Whiddon Rodgers Education Center located?
Whiddon Rodgers Education Center is located in the Edgewood neighborhood of Fort Lauderdale, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in Edgewood.
School Calendar
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Date
Early Release Day / Last Day of School
June 10, 2024 (Monday)
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