For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,231 students in 33304, FL (there are 1 private school, serving 89 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 33304, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public schools in 33304, FL are Bayview Elementary School, Sunrise Middle School and Bennett Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 33304 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 33304, FL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33304, FL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bayview Elementary School
(Math: 87% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1175 Middle River Dr
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
(754) 322-5400
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
(754) 322-5400
Gr: K-5 | 530 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #22.
Sunrise Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1750 Ne 14th St
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
(754) 322-4700
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
(754) 322-4700
Gr: 6-8 | 1,141 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #33.
Bennett Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1755 Ne 14th St
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
(754) 322-5450
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
(754) 322-5450
Gr: PK-5 | 294 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #44.
North Side Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
120 Ne 11th St
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
(754) 322-7450
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
(754) 322-7450
Gr: PK-5 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 33304, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 33304, FL include Bayview Elementary School, Sunrise Middle School and Bennett Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 33304?
4 public schools are located in 33304.
What percentage of students in 33304 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 33304 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 33304?
33304 public schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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