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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.

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#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
Discovery Education School
Google Reference School
Cognia School of Distinction
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Nine FAU High School Alumni Celebrated at Florida Atlantic's National Merit Scholars Luncheon
We were proud to celebrate nine recent Florida Atlantic University High School graduates at Florida Atlantic’s National Merit Scholars Luncheon, all of whom have chosen to continue their academic journeys as Florida Atlantic students.
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FAU High No. 1 in Florida Across Every Reportable Assessment
Florida Atlantic University High School is No. 1 in Florida in every statewide assessment category for which the school had reportable results.
Students from FAU Lab Schools recently achieved outstanding success in the “Drones in School” competition program.
FAU Lab Schools' Drone Teams Fly High in State, National Competitions
Students from FAU Lab Schools recently achieved outstanding success in the "Drones in School" competition program.
Announcements
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Students Who Walk onto Campus During Arrival
Aug 26, 2026
Please remember that parents/guardians who drop students off in Lots 30 or 31 may not walk their child across the street and onto campus unless they have a scheduled meeting on campus.
2026-2027 School Calendar Update
Aug 20, 2026
Please note a change in the 2026-2027 school calendar to reflect that there will be no school for students on Friday, December 18, 2026, due to the Boca Raton Bowl hosted at the Flagler Credit Union Stadium.
2026-2028 School Advisory Body Member Nominations are Now Open
Aug 14, 2026
We are seeking parent/guardian(s) who are interested in serving as SAB members to provide input and guidance on school and policy decisions.

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