Serving 1,286 students in grades 9-12, Pompano Beach High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,286 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 95% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pompano Beach High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Pompano Beach High School's student population of 1,286 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,286 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pompano Beach High School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pompano Beach High School is 0.72, which is more 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
#114 out of 3704 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
95%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
27%
37%
Black
21%
21%
White
41%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pompano Beach High School's ranking?
Pompano Beach High School is ranked #114 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pompano Beach High School?
The graduation rate of Pompano Beach High School is 99%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Pompano Beach High School?
1,286 students attend Pompano Beach High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Pompano Beach High School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pompano Beach High School?
Pompano Beach High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pompano Beach High School offer ?
Pompano Beach High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Pompano Beach High School part of?
Pompano Beach High School is part of Broward School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Schools Closed
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Schools Closed
November 26, 2024 (Tuesday)
Schools Closed
December 23, 2024 (Monday)
Schools Closed
December 27, 2024 (Friday)
Schools Closed
December 30, 2024 (Monday)
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