For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 658 students in 33316, FL (there are 2 private schools, serving 352 private students). 66% of all K-12 students in 33316, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public schools in 33316, FL are Harbordale Elementary School and Charter School Of Excellence. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 33316 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 33316, FL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33316, FL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Harbordale Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
900 Se 15th St
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
(754) 323-6050
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
(754) 323-6050
Gr: PK-5 | 494 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
Charter School Of Excellence
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1217 Se 3rd Ave
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
(954) 522-2997
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
(954) 522-2997
Gr: K-5 | 164 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 33316, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 33316, FL include Harbordale Elementary School and Charter School Of Excellence.
How many public schools are located in 33316?
2 public schools are located in 33316.
What percentage of students in 33316 go to public school?
66% of all K-12 students in 33316 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 33316?
33316 public schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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