Serving 23 students in grades 6-12, Palm Beach County Jail ranks in the top 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 <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 23 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 40-59% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palm Beach County Jail ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Palm Beach County Jail's student population of 23 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
23 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Year Founded
1909
School Calendar
School Rankings
Palm Beach County Jail ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palm Beach County Jail is 0.53, 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
#1819 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
17:1
American Indian
5%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
22%
37%
Black
65%
21%
White
4%
35%
Hawaiian
4%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-59%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palm Beach County Jail's ranking?
Palm Beach County Jail is ranked #1819 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Palm Beach County Jail?
The graduation rate of Palm Beach County Jail is 40-59%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Palm Beach County Jail?
23 students attend Palm Beach County Jail.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Palm Beach County Jail students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are White, and 4% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Palm Beach County Jail?
Palm Beach County Jail has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Palm Beach County Jail offer ?
Palm Beach County Jail offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Palm Beach County Jail part of?
Palm Beach County Jail is part of Palm Beach School District.
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