For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 2,934 students in 33317, FL.
The top-ranked public high schools in 33317, FL are Mcfatter Technical College, South Plantation High School and Pine Ridge Alternative Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 33317 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Florida public high school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 33317, FL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 33317 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Florida average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Mcfatter Technical College, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Florida or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33317, FL Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mcfatter Technical College
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6500 Nova Dr
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33317
(754) 321-5700
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33317
(754) 321-5700
Gr: 9-12 | 599 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #22.
South Plantation High School
Magnet School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1300 Paladin Way
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33317
(754) 323-1950
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33317
(754) 323-1950
Gr: 9-12 | 2,292 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #33.
Pine Ridge Alternative Center
Alternative School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1251 Sw 42nd Ave
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33317
(754) 321-7250
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33317
(754) 321-7250
Gr: K-12 | 43 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
33317, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Prodigy Center For Youth Development And Academic Excellence (Closed 2018)
Special Education School
601 S State Road 7
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33317
(954) 321-2296
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33317
(954) 321-2296
Gr: PK
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 33317, FL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 33317, FL include Mcfatter Technical College, South Plantation High School and Pine Ridge Alternative Center.
How many public high schools are located in 33317?
3 public high schools are located in 33317.
What is the racial composition of students in 33317?
33317 public high schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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