Somerset Academy Davie Charter School

Somerset Academy Davie Charter School is a small, K-5 public charter school in Davie, FL, serving just 150 students and consistently ranking among the top 5% of elementary schools in Florida. This school stands out for its elite academic performance, with recent proficiency rates far exceeding both the Broward district and state averages—for example, 96% of 3rd graders were proficient in math and ELA, compared to district rates of 73% and 64%, respectively. It also boasts exceptionally low chronic absenteeism (13.2% vs. the district's 31%) and achieves these results with a lower per-student budget ($9,912) than many nearby schools, making it a highly efficient and effective choice for families.

When compared to its immediate neighbors, the contrast is striking. Davie Elementary School, located just 0.62 miles away, ranks in the bottom 27% of the state and has a 3rd grade ELA proficiency rate of only 43%—less than half of Somerset's 96%. Even Nova Blanche Forman Elementary, a solidly average school (59th percentile), trails Somerset by 20-30 percentage points in most subjects. Notably, not all charter schools in the area perform this well; Championship Academy Of Distinction At Davie ranks in the bottom 36% of the state, highlighting that Somerset's success stems from its specific leadership and culture, not just its charter status.

While Somerset Academy Davie remains an elite institution, its state ranking has slipped from 5th in 2021-2022 to 118th in 2025-2026—a trend worth monitoring. However, the school serves a diverse population, with 46% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, yet it achieves results comparable to schools with much lower poverty rates, like Imagine Schools Plantation Campus (1.8% free/reduced lunch). This suggests the school is effectively closing achievement gaps and providing an equitable, high-quality education for all its students.