Alexander W. Dreyfoos School of the Arts is a public high school in West Palm Beach, Florida. Formerly named the Palm Beach County School of the Arts, the school was renamed in recognition of a 1997 donation of $1 million by Alexander W. Dreyfoos, Jr., a West Palm Beach philanthropist.
Serving 1,352 students in grades 9-12, Alexander W Dreyfoos Junior School Of The Arts 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 84% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 93% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,352 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 93% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 97% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alexander W Dreyfoos Junior School Of The Arts ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Alexander W Dreyfoos Junior School Of The Arts's student population of 1,352 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,352 students
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Year Founded
1989
Colors
White, Black, Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
'Educate. Affirm. Inspire.'
School Rankings
Alexander W Dreyfoos Junior School Of The Arts ranks within the top 5% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alexander W Dreyfoos Junior School Of The Arts is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#64 out of 3662 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
93%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
97%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
3%
Hispanic
26%
38%
Black
13%
21%
White
46%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Not Stated In The Text.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alexander W Dreyfoos Junior School Of The Arts's ranking?
Alexander W Dreyfoos Junior School Of The Arts is ranked #64 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Alexander W Dreyfoos Junior School Of The Arts often compared to?
Alexander W Dreyfoos Junior School Of The Artsis often viewed alongside schools like A.d. Henderson University School & Fau High School, Suncoast Community High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 93% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alexander W Dreyfoos Junior School Of The Arts?
The graduation rate of Alexander W Dreyfoos Junior School Of The Arts is 99%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Alexander W Dreyfoos Junior School Of The Arts?
1,352 students attend Alexander W Dreyfoos Junior School Of The Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Alexander W Dreyfoos Junior School Of The Arts students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alexander W Dreyfoos Junior School Of The Arts?
Alexander W Dreyfoos Junior School Of The Arts has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Alexander W Dreyfoos Junior School Of The Arts offer ?
Alexander W Dreyfoos Junior School Of The Arts offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alexander W Dreyfoos Junior School Of The Arts part of?
Alexander W Dreyfoos Junior School Of The Arts is part of Palm Beach School District.
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