🍎 Moving to Pembroke Pines

Pembroke Pines Schools

Pembroke Pines schools consistently rank among the best in Broward County. With "A"-rated elementary schools, award-winning middle and high schools, and expanding charter and private options, families move here for the schools. Here's every school serving Pembroke Pines — organized by grade level so you can find the right fit.

🍎 Elementary Schools

Elementary Schools (K–5)

Pembroke Pines is served by Broward County Public Schools, the sixth-largest school district in the United States. These elementary schools consistently rank among the best in Broward County, with several earning Florida "A" school grades.

Lakeside Elementary School

⭐ A-Rated

Consistently rated as one of the top elementary schools in Pembroke Pines and Broward County. Lakeside has built a reputation for academic excellence, dedicated teachers, and strong parent involvement. The school focuses on a well-rounded education with robust reading, math, and enrichment programs.

A-rated schoolStrong parent involvementEnrichment programsNW Pembroke Pines
💡 What to Know
  • One of the most sought-after school zones in Pembroke Pines
  • Active PTA with regular family events
  • Strong reading and literacy programs
  • Check school zone boundaries — they change periodically
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Silver Palms Elementary School

⭐ A-Rated

Top-ranked Pembroke Pines elementary school with strong math and reading proficiency scores. Silver Palms is known for its supportive learning environment and dedicated teaching staff that prepares students well for middle school academics.

A-rated schoolTop math & reading scoresFar-west Pembroke PinesModern campus
💡 What to Know
  • Feeder to Silver Trail Middle School
  • Relatively newer campus in far-west Pembroke Pines
  • Strong STEM and technology integration
  • Highly competitive school zone for home buyers
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Panther Run Elementary School

Well-regarded elementary school serving far-western Pembroke Pines neighborhoods including Pembroke Isles and parts of SilverLakes. Designated as a Broward County hurricane shelter. Known for a collaborative teaching culture and strong community feel.

Far-west Pembroke PinesHurricane shelter designationCollaborative teaching cultureStrong community feel
💡 What to Know
  • Serves Pembroke Isles, SilverLakes, and surrounding communities
  • Active as a public hurricane evacuation shelter during storms
  • Strong feeder into Silver Trail Middle School
  • Good option for families in far-west neighborhoods
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Chapel Trail Elementary School

Serving the large Chapel Trail community, this neighborhood elementary school benefits from strong community support and an active parent base. Located near the Chapel Trail Nature Preserve for unique outdoor learning opportunities.

Serves Chapel Trail communityNear nature preserveActive parent involvementWestern Pembroke Pines
💡 What to Know
  • Proximity to Chapel Trail Nature Preserve for field trips
  • Strong neighborhood school identity
  • Considered a draw for Chapel Trail home buyers
  • Good special education resources reported
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Pembroke Lakes Elementary School

🌳 Central

Centrally located elementary school serving the Pembroke Lakes and surrounding neighborhoods. A long-established school with deep community roots and experienced teaching staff.

Central Pembroke PinesLong-establishedExperienced staffCommunity-focused
💡 What to Know
  • Central location — shorter commutes for nearby families
  • Well-established school culture
  • Active after-school programs
  • Good for families in Pembroke Lakes, Towngate, Spring Valley
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Pembroke Pines Elementary School

One of Pembroke Pines' original elementary schools with decades of community history. Centrally located and serving some of the city's more established neighborhoods.

Original Pembroke Pines schoolCentral locationDeep community rootsDiverse student body
💡 What to Know
  • Long history in Pembroke Pines — strong multi-generational community
  • Convenient central location near Pines Boulevard
  • Before and after-care programs available
  • Good for families in older, established neighborhoods
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Palm Cove Elementary School

Serving eastern Pembroke Pines neighborhoods, Palm Cove provides a nurturing elementary experience with a focus on literacy and character education. A Title I school with strong community partnerships.

Eastern Pembroke PinesTitle I schoolLiteracy focusCommunity partnerships
💡 What to Know
  • Title I school with additional resources and programs
  • Strong community and business partnerships
  • Focus on character education alongside academics
  • Serves eastern Pembroke Pines communities
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📚 Middle Schools

Middle Schools (6–8)

Middle school is a critical transition, and Pembroke Pines middle schools — both traditional public and charter — are well-regarded for strong academics and extracurricular programs.

Walter C. Young Middle School

⭐ Top Rated

Consistently ranked among the top middle schools in Pembroke Pines and Broward County. Walter C. Young offers a strong academic program, award-winning band and chorus, and extensive extracurriculars. A magnet program draws students from across the district.

Award-winning band & chorusMagnet programsStrong academicsCentral Pembroke Pines
💡 What to Know
  • Magnet programs make this accessible beyond school zone boundaries
  • One of Broward's strongest middle school music programs
  • Highly rated by parents for academic rigor and teacher quality
  • Competitive entry for some magnet tracks — apply early
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Silver Trail Middle School

Serving far-western Pembroke Pines, Silver Trail is the primary feeder from Silver Palms, Panther Run, and other west-side elementary schools. Modern facilities and a strong academic foundation prepare students well for high school.

Far-west Pembroke PinesModern facilitiesStrong academicsFeeds West Broward High
💡 What to Know
  • Primary middle school for far-west Pembroke Pines families
  • Modern campus with up-to-date facilities
  • Strong STEM programs available
  • Feeds into West Broward High School
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Renaissance Charter Middle School at Pines

📋 Charter

Part of the Renaissance Charter Schools network, this Pembroke Pines charter middle school offers an alternative to the traditional public middle school experience with a focus on college preparatory curriculum and character development.

Charter schoolCollege prep focusCharacter developmentSmaller class sizes
💡 What to Know
  • Lottery-based admission — apply during open enrollment
  • Smaller school environment than traditional middle schools
  • Part of the growing Pembroke Pines charter school ecosystem
  • Strong parent reviews, especially for K-5 feeder
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🎓 High Schools

High Schools (9–12)

Pembroke Pines high schools offer comprehensive academic programs, competitive athletics, and strong college-preparation tracks. Two traditional public high schools serve the city, plus charter options.

Charles W. Flanagan High School

🏅 College Success

The largest and most established high school in Pembroke Pines, with over 3,000 students. Flanagan offers a comprehensive curriculum including Advanced Placement, dual enrollment, career academies, and competitive athletics. Recipient of the College Success Award for exemplary college preparation.

3,000+ studentsAP & dual enrollmentCareer academiesCollege Success Award winnerCompetitive athletics
💡 What to Know
  • Largest high school in Pembroke Pines — extensive course and extracurricular options
  • College Success Award winner for getting students into and through college
  • Strong athletic programs: football, basketball, track, soccer
  • Career academies in engineering, health sciences, and IT
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West Broward High School

🌟 Rising Star

Serving far-western Pembroke Pines and southwest Broward, West Broward High is a newer high school with modern facilities, strong academics, and a growing reputation for college preparation. Known for its competitive spirit and school pride.

Far-west Pembroke PinesModern facilitiesStrong academicsGrowing reputationCollege prep focus
💡 What to Know
  • Newer campus with modern facilities
  • Serves SilverLakes, Chapel Trail, Pembroke Isles areas
  • Growing AP and dual enrollment offerings
  • Strong school spirit and community identity
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Pembroke Pines Charter High School

📋 Charter

Part of the Pembroke Pines Charter School system (K-12), this high school offers a small-school environment with a rigorous college-preparatory curriculum. Known for smaller class sizes, strong student-teacher relationships, and high graduation and college acceptance rates.

Charter schoolSmall-school environmentRigorous college prepHigh college acceptance ratePart of PPCS K-12 system
💡 What to Know
  • Smaller environment than traditional public high schools
  • Part of the Pembroke Pines Charter School system K-12 pipeline
  • Strong college counseling and acceptance rates
  • Lottery-based admission with preference for PPCS middle school students
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📖 Private & Specialty

Private & Specialty Schools

Pembroke Pines also offers private, Montessori, and specialty school options for families seeking alternatives to public and charter education.

Montessori Academy

🏆 Top Rated

The top-rated school in Pembroke Pines on multiple school ranking platforms, Montessori Academy offers a child-centered educational approach with mixed-age classrooms, hands-on learning, and individualized instruction. Highly regarded by parents for early childhood through middle school education.

Montessori methodPK through 8th gradeTop composite ratingChild-centered learningMixed-age classrooms
💡 What to Know
  • Highest composite school rating in Pembroke Pines on MySchoolScout
  • Montessori philosophy: hands-on, self-directed learning
  • Strong early childhood program — popular for preschool through elementary
  • Limited enrollment — apply well in advance
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Somerset Academy Pembroke Pines

📋 Charter/Private

Part of the Somerset Academy network of schools serving South Florida. Somerset Pembroke Pines offers a structured academic program with a focus on college readiness from an early age, plus extracurricular activities and athletics.

Somerset Academy networkK–8 programStructured academicsCollege readiness focus
💡 What to Know
  • Part of a well-known South Florida charter school network
  • College preparatory mindset from elementary grades
  • Extracurricular and athletic programs available
  • Check admission requirements — may have a waitlist
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About This Guide

This school directory was compiled from Broward County Public Schools, GreatSchools, Niche, PublicSchoolReview, and individual school websites as of August 2026. School zones, ratings, and programs can change — always verify zone assignments and enrollment requirements with the school or district directly.

This is part of our Moving to Pembroke Pines collection. Also see our guides to <a href="/living-here/neighborhoods/">neighborhoods</a>, <a href="/living-here/utilities/">utilities</a> and <a href="/living-here/hurricane-preparedness/">hurricane preparedness</a>.

Information on this page was compiled from public sources and verified where possible as of August 2026. Details can change — we recommend confirming directly with providers, school districts, or community associations before making decisions.

Have a tip, correction, or neighborhood we should add? Let us know.

LIPP Tips

School Wisdom From Local Parents

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School zones don't follow neighborhood lines

Two houses on the same street can feed different schools — especially near the borders of Pembroke Pines, Miramar, and Davie. Before you buy or rent, look up the exact address on the BCPS School Lookup tool. A few blocks east can mean a completely different school zone, and in Broward County, that can affect everything from programs to property values. Explore neighborhoods →

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Magnet and choice programs can override your home zone

Broward County has one of the largest school choice systems in the country. Your child might qualify for a STEM magnet, performing arts program, or Montessori track at a school outside your neighborhood zone. Applications open in December for the following school year. Don't assume your default school is your only option — many Pembroke Pines families use choice programs to access specialized curriculum that matches their child's strengths.

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Charter schools fill up — apply early

Pembroke Pines charter schools (like Somerset Academy and Renaissance Charter) are popular, free, and operate on a lottery system. Applications typically open in January–February for the following August. Waitlists are real — especially at the elementary level. If a charter is on your radar, set a calendar reminder and apply the day the window opens. Explore after-school programs →

Thinking About Moving?

Whether you're relocating to Pembroke Pines, searching for your next home, looking for a rental, or preparing to sell, we're here to help.

Lizzette Torrico, Founder & Publisher of Living in Pembroke Pines and a licensed Florida real estate professional, works alongside her husband, Ian, Broker/Owner of Miami Realty Brokers (MRB), to assist buyers, sellers, renters, and families relocating throughout South Florida.

As with everything we do at Living in Pembroke Pines, our goal is to provide trusted local guidance and connect residents with the resources they need to make informed decisions.

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