Pompano Beach High School is a college-preparatory school located in Pompano Beach, Florida, which instructs grades 9 through 12. Founded in 1926, it is the second oldest high school in the Broward County School District.
Serving 1,311 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 75-79% (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 26:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,311 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (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 1,311 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,311 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Year Founded
1926
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. May 30, 2026
School Rankings
Pompano Beach High School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,662 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
#183 out of 3662 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
95%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
28%
37%
Black
21%
21%
White
40%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Golden Tornadoes
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pompano Beach High School's ranking?
Pompano Beach High School is ranked #183 out of 3,662 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?
75-79% 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?
1,311 students attend Pompano Beach High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Pompano Beach High School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, and 3% 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 26:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pompano Beach High School part of?
Pompano Beach High School is part of Broward School District.
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