Serving 2,503 students in grades 9-12, Palm Beach Lakes 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 18% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,503 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 80% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palm Beach Lakes High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Palm Beach Lakes High School's student population of 2,503 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 129 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,503 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
129 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Palm Beach Lakes High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palm Beach Lakes High School is 0.51, 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
#3432 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
28%
36%
Black
64%
21%
White
5%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palm Beach Lakes High School's ranking?
Palm Beach Lakes High School is ranked #3432 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Palm Beach Lakes High School?
The graduation rate of Palm Beach Lakes High School is 80%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Palm Beach Lakes High School?
2,503 students attend Palm Beach Lakes High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Palm Beach Lakes High School students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palm Beach Lakes High School?
Palm Beach Lakes High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Palm Beach Lakes High School offer ?
Palm Beach Lakes High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Palm Beach Lakes High School part of?
Palm Beach Lakes High School is part of Palm Beach School District.
In what neighborhood is Palm Beach Lakes High School located?
Palm Beach Lakes High School is located in the Villages of Palm Beach Lakes neighborhood of West Palm Beach, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in Villages of Palm Beach Lakes.
School Reviews
2 12/11/2012
This school is only good for a magnet program student. The regular classes are horrible and lackadaisical, while the honors classes are okay. You''ll only receive education from AP classes. This school is 3 out of 10 stars.
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