NewsNBC 6 South Florida (WTVJ) – Local NewsJuly 1, 2026Miami-Dade
Broward and Miami-Dade School Districts Retain 'A' Ratings
Both Broward County and Miami-Dade County public school districts have maintained their 'A' letter grades from the state for the current academic year. While academic performance metrics have improved, both districts are simultaneously managing declining student enrollment and planned school closures.
Read the full story at NBC 6 South Florida (WTVJ) – Local NewsWhy It Matters
The state's 'A' rating serves as a performance benchmark for local public school districts, impacting public perception and district marketing efforts amidst ongoing enrollment declines and school consolidation plans.
Key Facts
- Broward County Public Schools and Miami-Dade County Public Schools both received an 'A' grade from the state.
- This is the third consecutive year Broward County Public Schools has received an 'A' grade.
- This is the seventh consecutive year Miami-Dade County Public Schools has received an 'A' grade.
- In Broward County, 28 schools improved from a 'B' to an 'A' grade.
- In Broward County, seven schools improved from a 'C' to an 'A' grade.
- Nearly 70% of Broward County schools either retained an 'A' or improved their letter grade.
- There are no 'D' or 'F' rated schools in either the Broward or Miami-Dade districts.
- Both districts are experiencing declining student enrollment.
- Both districts have announced plans to close schools in the upcoming school year.
- Superintendents attribute enrollment drops to lower birth rates, high cost of living, increased school choice options, and changes in immigration.
Who's Mentioned
personMari Tere Rojas“School board chair for Miami-Dade County.”personJose Dotres“Superintendent of Miami-Dade County Public Schools.”personHoward Hepburn“Superintendent of Broward County Public Schools.”organizationMiami-Dade County Public Schools“School district that retained an 'A' grade.”organizationBroward County Public Schools“School district that retained an 'A' grade.”personJeff Holness“School board member for Broward County.”