Serving 632 students in grades 6-12, Whiddon Rodgers Education Center ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% 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: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 632 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 25-29% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Science Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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Whiddon Rodgers Education Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
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Whiddon Rodgers Education Center's student population of 632 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
632 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
The diversity score of Whiddon Rodgers Education Center is 0.40, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
19%
37%
Black
75%
21%
White
4%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
25-29%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions麻豆果冻传媒> What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Whiddon Rodgers Education Center?
The graduation rate of Whiddon Rodgers Education Center is 25-29%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Whiddon Rodgers Education Center?
632 students attend Whiddon Rodgers Education Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Whiddon Rodgers Education Center students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Whiddon Rodgers Education Center?
Whiddon Rodgers Education Center has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Whiddon Rodgers Education Center offer ?
Whiddon Rodgers Education Center offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Whiddon Rodgers Education Center part of?
Whiddon Rodgers Education Center is part of Broward School District.
In what neighborhood is Whiddon Rodgers Education Center located?
Whiddon Rodgers Education Center is located in the Edgewood neighborhood of Fort Lauderdale, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in Edgewood.
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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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