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| Metric | Hendry County School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 13,859 | 3,700 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 15 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $6,280/yr | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Education Service Agency | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 1/10 — Poor | — | Below average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hendry County School District (this district) | 1/10 | 9th | 13,859 |
| Broward County School District | 7/10 | 68th | 254,732 |
| Martin County School District | 7/10 | 60th | 18,650 |
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Ranked against 74 rated districts in FL → 9th percentile → 1/10.
Source: Florida Dept. of Education FAST ELA & Mathematics, 2024. Full methodology →
About Hendry County School District
Hendry County School District is the public school district assigned to zip code 33440 in Hendry, Florida. Serving students from Kindergarten – 12th, this district is the primary public education system for families living in and around zip code 33440. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.
Funding and Resources
Hendry County School District spent $6,280 per student in the 2019–20 school year (U.S. Dept. of Education CCD finance data), 40% below Florida’s statewide $10,500 estimate. Of the district’s 2019 graduating cohort of 574 students, an estimated 90% earned a diploma within four years (EDFacts adjusted cohort graduation rate).
District Scale and Program Breadth
At 1 schools serving grades Kindergarten – 12th, Hendry County School District qualifies as a small, community-focused district serving students from Kindergarten – 12th. Small districts often benefit from tighter community cohesion, more personalized teacher-student relationships, and stronger parental involvement. The trade-off is narrower program variety: fewer elective courses, specialized tracks, or extracurricular options than larger systems offer.
Understanding the 1/10 Rating
With a rating of 1/10 (poor), Hendry County School District ranks among Florida’s low-rated-rated school systems. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in Florida’s FAST ELA & Mathematics assessments (2024 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Florida is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Hendry County School District holds a low overall rating, with reading and math proficiency among the lowest in Florida on state assessments. Test results reflect many factors beyond the classroom, including community and economic conditions; a low score is a signal to research carefully, not a verdict on any individual school or teacher. Families in this area should research all available alternatives: inter-district transfers, charter schools, and magnet programs. Contact the district directly to understand exactly what programs are available at your assigned school.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 33440
Children in zip code 33440 are assigned to Hendry County School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Kindergarten – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 33440, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Hendry County School District at (863)983-6348 or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include proof of address, a government-issued birth certificate, immunization records, and any existing school records or IEP documentation. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Florida districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Hendry
For families considering a purchase in the Hendry area, district assignment matters financially. Because Hendry County School District serves zip code 33440, buyers should factor school district quality into their overall evaluation of homes in zip code 33440. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Florida, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Hendry County School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 33440.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Hendry County School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 33440 data.