Charles W. Flanagan High School is a public high school in Pembroke Pines, Florida, United States. The school's mascot is a falcon.
Serving 2,330 students in grades 9-12, Charles W Flanagan High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,330 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Charles W Flanagan High School's student population of 2,330 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 103 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,330 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
103 teachers
Year Founded
1996
Colors
White, Black, Green
School Calendar
School Rankings
Charles W Flanagan High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charles W Flanagan High School is 0.62, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2473 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
47%
37%
Black
39%
21%
White
9%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Named after former mayor Charles W. Flanagan, Charles W. Flanagan High School opened its doors in 1996 as the first public high school in Pembroke Pines, Florida. Flanagan High School is located near Broward County's C.B. Smith Park and the Walter C. Young Middle School and Resource Center.
- While it was, at one time, the largest public high school in Broward County and one of the largest in the country. It operates on a block schedule with 4 periods in a day per semester. Shaulis, Flanagan High School was featured the "Top 1000 high schools in the nation" by NEWSWEEK magazine (2005), based on such statistics as Advanced Placement enrollment.
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charles W Flanagan High School's ranking?
Charles W Flanagan High School is ranked #2473 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Charles W Flanagan High School often compared to?
Charles W Flanagan High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Broward High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Charles W Flanagan High School?
The graduation rate of Charles W Flanagan High School is 95%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Charles W Flanagan High School?
2,330 students attend Charles W Flanagan High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Charles W Flanagan High School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Charles W Flanagan High School?
Charles W Flanagan High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Charles W Flanagan High School offer ?
Charles W Flanagan High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Charles W Flanagan High School part of?
Charles W Flanagan High School is part of Broward School District.
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