MELROSE HIGH SCHOOL

MELROSE HIGH is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the BROWARD school district, located in FT LAUDERDALE, FL with about 161 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 4 teachers, MELROSE HIGH has a student/teacher ratio of about 40:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

MELROSE HIGH, located at 2744 Davie Blvd in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, operates as an alternative educational institution focused on providing non-traditional pathways to high school graduation. The school caters primarily to students who may not thrive in a conventional classroom environment, offering a flexible, self-paced curriculum designed to help individuals earn their high school diplomas. By emphasizing accessibility and convenience, the school aims to support students who have fallen behind or those who require a different schedule due to personal or professional commitments.

The school’s official website, "Your Diploma Your Way," underscores its mission to provide personalized academic support and a streamlined approach to credit recovery. The program is structured to be outcome-oriented, removing common barriers to graduation and allowing students to work through their coursework in a manner that fits their specific needs. It serves as a vital resource for the Fort Lauderdale community, offering a second chance for students to complete their secondary education and move toward post-graduation goals such as college, vocational training, or workforce entry.

For more information, contact MELROSE HIGH at (954) 681-4096 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2744 DAVIE BLVD
FT LAUDERDALE, FL 33312-2927
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MELROSE HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I Charter school in FT LAUDERDALE, FL with about 161 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Florida

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
(Alternative Education School)
Charter School:*
Yes
BROWARD DISTRICT OFFICE
District:
BROWARD
Total Students:
161
Teachers:
4
NSLP Status:1
Missing
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance eligible school-No program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 161 students

Black or African American
48.4%
Hispanic/Latino
34.2%
White
13.0%
Two or more races
3.1%
Asian
0.6%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.6%

Female
34.2%
Male
65.8%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.