Serving 510 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Western Charter School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 510 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Western Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Western Charter School's student population of 510 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
510 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Western Charter School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Western Charter School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#90 out of 3655 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
24%
36%
Black
16%
21%
White
48%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Western Charter School's ranking?
Western Charter School is ranked #90 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Western Charter School?
510 students attend Western Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Western Charter School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Western Charter School?
Western Charter School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Western Charter School offer ?
Western Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Western Charter School part of?
Western Charter School is part of Palm Beach School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School
May 30, 2024 (Thursday)
School Reviews
5 6/10/2017
Very happy with the education that my son is receiving at Western Academy. As a former teacher, I recognize that the teachers here are providing the students with a challenging curriculum. I also like that it is a smaller school where the administration and staff really get to know the families.
5 5/2/2017
We want to thank everyone at WACS also. Our son got accepted into American Heritage, Pre-Engineering, receiving one of the coveted scholarships and into his first choice PBC Magnet, Suncoast HS, MSE program. We can't say enough about Western Academy, the teachers, and its STEAM program. We feel he is exceptionally well prepared for high school and has grown so much under your care and direction. Middle School has been fantastic. He couldn't have done it without you! Thank you so much WACS!
2 4/9/2015
When it came time to select a structured environment for my child's education, we looked into the Western Academy School. Of course we were zoned for the school so therefore we entered into this fictitious lottery they claim to have. I knew we were not going to be selected initially as we did not know anyone at the school. Of course, we were notified that they ran their lottery and all of their friends and associates were admitted but not my child. Horrible experience!
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