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Alexander D. Henderson University School is a public elementary and middle school on the campus of Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton. A.D. Henderson is a developmental research (lab) school established in 1968 to enhance instruction and research in specialized subjects to improve outcomes for all students in the country.

Front view of the A.D. Henderson main campus entrance at night

A.D. Henderson University School

A.D. Henderson’s student population reflects the demographic composition of the population of the state of Florida. All applications are categorized according to that demographic composition and are selected at random from the applicant pool.

A.D. Henderson University School is affiliated with the FAU College of Education and is not a part of a local public school district.

Quick Facts
#3
best public elementary school in America
#5
best public middle school in America
1:20
Faculty to student ratio
648
students
Partners and Recognitions
National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence
Google Reference School
Cognia School of Distinction
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News - Impacting the World
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Florida Atlantic University High School Student Charly Troche Named Outstanding School Youth Volunteer
A.D. Henderson University School and Florida Atlantic University High School proudly congratulate FAU High School junior Charly Troche on being named the 2025-2026 Outstanding School Youth Volunteer by the Florida Department of Education.
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FAU Lab Schools Recognized by Discovery Education
A.D. Henderson University School and FAU High School are among just six schools nationwide to be selected as "School of the Year" as part of the 2026 Discovery Education Awards.
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Etienne Becomes First FAU High Player Chosen as ESPN West Palm Top 63
Florida Atlantic University High School's Tristan Etienne was recently chosen as a member of the 2026 ESPN West Palm Top 63.
Announcements
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PTO Partnering With 1st Day School Supplies for 2026-2027
May 1, 2026
It's time to buy your 1st Day School Supplies and get ready for the 2026-2027 school year!
26-27 Elementary SPEC & Middle School Elective Request Forms Due Friday, April 17
Apr 9, 2026
Each year, Parents and Guardians are asked to complete a SPEC elective request form for students entering 1st through 5th grade, or a Middle school elective request form for students entering 6th through 8th grade, for the upcoming 2026-2027 school year.
Dress Code Policy Reminder
Jan 28, 2026
As we move through the school year, we want to remind everyone about our 2025-2026 Dress Code Policy, which applies regardless of the weather. Please take a moment to review the guidelines to ensure your child is dressed appropriately for school.

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