For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public middle schools serving 1,189 students in 33403, FL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 33403, FL are Palm Beach Virtual Franchise, Palm Beach Virtual Instruction Program and Gardens School Of Technology Arts Inc. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 33403 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Florida public middle school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 33403, FL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public middle school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33403, FL Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Palm Beach Virtual Franchise
(Math: ≥90% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
9482 Macarthur Blvd
West Palm Beach, FL 33403
(561) 881-4769
West Palm Beach, FL 33403
(561) 881-4769
Gr: K-12 | 78 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Palm Beach Virtual Instruction Program
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9482 Macarthur Blvd
West Palm Beach, FL 33403
(561) 881-4769
West Palm Beach, FL 33403
(561) 881-4769
Gr: K-12 | 103 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #33.
Gardens School Of Technology Arts Inc
Charter School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9153 Roan Ln
West Palm Beach, FL 33403
(561) 290-7661
West Palm Beach, FL 33403
(561) 290-7661
Gr: K-8 | 303 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #44.
Howell L. Watkins Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
9480 Macarthur Blvd
West Palm Beach, FL 33403
(561) 776-3600
West Palm Beach, FL 33403
(561) 776-3600
Gr: 6-8 | 705 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
9482 Macarthur Blvd
West Palm Beach, FL 33403
(561) 881-4760
West Palm Beach, FL 33403
(561) 881-4760
Gr: K-12
33403, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
9482 Macarthur Blvd
West Palm Beach, FL 33403
(561) 625-6918
West Palm Beach, FL 33403
(561) 625-6918
Gr: K-5 | 66 students Minority enrollment: 74%
901 Northpoint Pkwy
West Palm Beach, FL 33403
(561) 844-2173
West Palm Beach, FL 33403
(561) 844-2173
Gr: K-7 | 114 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
9482 Macarthur Blvd
West Palm Beach, FL 33403
(561) 881-4760
West Palm Beach, FL 33403
(561) 881-4760
Gr: 6-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 33403, FL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 33403, FL include Palm Beach Virtual Franchise, Palm Beach Virtual Instruction Program and Gardens School Of Technology Arts Inc.
How many public middle schools are located in 33403?
5 public middle schools are located in 33403.
What is the racial composition of students in 33403?
33403 public middle schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public middle schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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