How To Verify School Zones When Moving To Driftwood

Buying a home in Driftwood and want to be sure your new address is zoned for the schools you expect? You are not alone. School boundaries can be confusing, and online listings sometimes tell a different story than the district. This quick guide shows you how to verify Broward County school zones the right way, what documents to prepare, and how to avoid last‑minute surprises. Let’s dive in.

Know who sets zones in Driftwood

Broward County Public Schools is the official source for public school attendance boundaries in Hollywood and Driftwood. The district maintains boundary maps and GIS planning tools that define which school serves each address. Start with the district’s planning and mapping resources, which explain how boundaries work and where to verify them using official tools. You can review the district’s overview on GIS for school planning.

Local school pages are also helpful for contacts and enrollment steps. For example, you can find registrar information and registration links on the Driftwood Elementary School page.

Start with the exact address

Confirm the legal address and parcel

Before you look up a school zone, confirm the full property address and parcel ID. The Broward County Property Appraiser’s parcel viewer helps you verify the situs address and lot lines, which matters if a home sits near a boundary. Use the county tool at the Broward County Property Appraiser.

Look up the assigned schools with BCPS

Use the district’s Find‑My‑School and boundary resources to check the assignment for elementary, middle, and high school. If you do not see the lookup on a school page, go to the district’s GIS and boundary planning page and follow the instructions to view official maps.

Call the school to confirm

After you see the assignment, call the school registrar or front office to confirm your exact address is in their attendance area for the upcoming school year. School pages list phone numbers and registration contacts. For Driftwood, you can start with Driftwood Elementary. Ask about any magnet, choice, or feeder details that could apply.

Get it in writing

If school assignment is important to your move, request written confirmation. BCPS Demographics and Enrollment Planning can provide an official assignment letter or you can ask the school for a confirmation email. Learn more about district definitions and contacts on the BCPS enrollment and planning page.

If you are near a boundary line

Addresses on the same street can be split between schools. If you are close to a line, ask district staff or the school how they measure assignment for your parcel, whether by lot or street side. Also ask if any boundary reviews or rezonings are pending and when they would take effect. The district outlines the boundary process on its school planning page.

Enrollment documents to prepare

Schools will ask for standard items when you enroll. BCPS lists requirements such as:

• Proof of residency
• Proof of age, such as a birth certificate
• Florida immunization record DH 680
• Completed district registration forms

If you are in temporary or shared housing, BCPS has processes, including shared‑residence affidavits and McKinney‑Vento referrals. Review the district’s registration requirements and have these ready before your school visit.

Transportation and walk zones

Bus eligibility depends on district policy and measured distance, plus safety rules for hazardous walking conditions under Florida law. Ask the school or BCPS Transportation about bus stops and eligibility for your home address. You can reach contacts from the Driftwood Elementary page. For state safety guidance, see Florida’s student transportation statutes. Some families also use local public transit; see an overview of Broward County Transit for route planning.

When third‑party tools do not match

Third‑party school finders can be convenient, but they are not the final word. They may lag behind district updates or interpret data differently. Treat the district as the authority and get written confirmation when needed. Industry sources explain how these tools work, including update limits, in this description of attendance boundary mapping tools.

Quick checklist for Driftwood buyers

• Before touring
  • Verify the full address and parcel ID in the county parcel viewer.
  • Note likely schools using BCPS GIS resources.
• Before removing contingencies
  • Call the assigned school registrars to confirm your address is inside their boundary. Record names, dates, and details. Use the school site, such as Driftwood Elementary, for contacts.
• Prior to closing
  • Request an official assignment letter from BCPS Demographics and Enrollment Planning. Confirm bus eligibility with the school.
• Save for your records
  • The assignment letter or email, parcel ID screenshot, and copies of district map pages you used.

Avoid common pitfalls

• Relying on the school field in an MLS listing without verifying with BCPS.
• Assuming a feeder pattern without confirming the current assignment year.
• Waiting until after you are under contract to check boundaries.
• Overlooking potential rezoning and its effective date.
• Forgetting to confirm transportation eligibility for your exact address.

Local context for Driftwood

Driftwood is a neighborhood within Hollywood in Broward County. Public school assignments for Driftwood addresses are set by Broward County Public Schools and can vary by street and parcel. Always verify the exact address with the district or the school before you decide.

Plan your move with confidence

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FAQs

How do I verify the school zone for a Driftwood address?

• Confirm the address and parcel in the county viewer, then check assignments using BCPS GIS and boundary resources, and call the school registrar to confirm.

Are the schools shown in MLS listings for Hollywood accurate?

• Not always; MLS fields can be incomplete or outdated, so verify with the district and the school before relying on any listing information.

What should I do if third‑party maps show a different school than BCPS?

• Treat BCPS as the authority, confirm by phone with the school, and request written confirmation if school assignment affects your purchase decision.

Who issues official confirmation of school assignment in Broward County?

• BCPS Demographics and Enrollment Planning or the school registrar can provide written confirmation or an assignment letter; see the district’s definitions and contacts.

What documents will I need to enroll after moving to Driftwood?

• Expect proof of residency, proof of age, immunization DH 680, and district registration forms; review BCPS registration requirements and bring originals to the school.

How do bus eligibility and walk zones work for Driftwood addresses?

• Eligibility depends on district distance rules and state safety criteria; confirm stops and eligibility with the school and review Florida’s transportation statutes.