South Plantation High School

1300 Paladin Way
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33317
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
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Bottom 50%
Serving 2,224 students in grades 9-12, South Plantation 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 22% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (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 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 2,224 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 80%
  • : 95% (Top 30% in FL)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 22% (Btm 50%)
  • : 47% (Btm 50%)
  • : 39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

South Plantation High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:

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Attribute

School Overview

South Plantation High School's student population of 2,224 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 93 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,224 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings

South Plantation High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Plantation High School is 0.68, 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)
#2812 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
This chart displays the overall school rank of South Plantation High School, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
22%
52%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of South Plantation High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Florida by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
47%
52%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of South Plantation High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Florida by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
39%
52%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of South Plantation High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Florida by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
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Hispanic
39%
37%
This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in South Plantation High School and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Black
36%
21%
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White
20%
35%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in South Plantation High School.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Florida.
0.68
This chart displays the diversity score of South Plantation High School and the public school average diversity score of Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
95%
87%
This chart displays graduation rate of South Plantation High School and public school graduation rate of Florida by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
49%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in South Plantation High School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is South Plantation High School's ranking?
South Plantation High School is ranked #2812 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are South Plantation High School often compared to?
South Plantation 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?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Plantation High School?
The graduation rate of South Plantation High School is 95%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend South Plantation High School?
2,224 students attend South Plantation High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of South Plantation High School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are Black, 20% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Plantation High School?
South Plantation High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Plantation High School offer ?
South Plantation High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is South Plantation High School part of?
South Plantation High School is part of Broward School District.

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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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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 2,224 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 80%
  • : 95% (Top 30%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 22% (Btm 50%)
  • : 47% (Btm 50%)
  • : 39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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