Serving 96 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, The Quest Center 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Special education school / Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 96 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Quest Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
The Quest Center's student population of 96 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
96 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The Quest Center 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 The Quest Center is 0.66, 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
#3640 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
22%
37%
Black
46%
21%
White
30%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Quest Center's ranking?
The Quest Center is ranked #3640 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are The Quest Center often compared to?
The Quest Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Whispering Pines Exceptional Education Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of The Quest Center?
The graduation rate of The Quest Center is 50%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend The Quest Center?
96 students attend The Quest Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of The Quest Center students are Black, 30% of students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of The Quest Center?
The Quest Center has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does The Quest Center offer ?
The Quest Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is The Quest Center part of?
The Quest Center is part of Broward School District.
In what neighborhood is The Quest Center located?
The Quest Center is located in the Driftwood neighborhood of Hollywood, FL. There are 3 other public schools located in Driftwood.
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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