North Lauderdale is the pride of Broward County. Located on the Atlantic Ocean, nestled between Boca Raton and Lighthouse Point and 20 miles north of Fort Lauderdale, the city provides residents with easy access to all that south Florida has to offer. Though located just minutes away from major metropolitan areas, This beach area remains a quiet, tropical retreat with a distinctive, local flavor. Known best for its serene beaches, this tight-knit community is home to just over 64,000 people and has shopping, churches and schools nearby. North Lauderdale students are served by the Broward County Public School System, the fifth largest district in the country. Residents enjoy more than 100 acres of parks and open space, as well as the many recreational facilities provided by the city.