Serving 2,239 students in grades 9-12, Olympic Heights Community High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (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 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,239 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Olympic Heights Community High serves the southeastern area of Boca Raton, FL, covering approximately 49.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 12.9 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Olympic Heights Community High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Olympic Heights Community High School's student population of 2,239 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 112 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,239 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
112 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Year Founded
1991
School Calendar
School Rankings
Olympic Heights Community High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Olympic Heights Community High School is 0.63, 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
#1855 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Hispanic
35%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Black
10%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
White
49%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥99%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Olympic Heights Community High School's ranking?
Olympic Heights Community High School is ranked #1855 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Olympic Heights Community High School often compared to?
Olympic Heights Community High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spanish River Community High School, Boca Raton Community High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Olympic Heights Community High School?
The graduation rate of Olympic Heights Community High School is 99%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend Olympic Heights Community High School?
2,239 students attend Olympic Heights Community High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Olympic Heights Community High School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Olympic Heights Community High School?
Olympic Heights Community High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Olympic Heights Community High School offer ?
Olympic Heights Community High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Olympic Heights Community High School part of?
Olympic Heights Community High School is part of Palm Beach School District.
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