Palm Beach Lakes Community High School, also known as Lakes or PBL, is a coeducational public high school located in the Palm Beach Lakes community of West Palm Beach, Florida. It is under the jurisdiction of the School District of Palm Beach County.
Serving 2,809 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 22:1 is higher 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 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,809 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Palm Beach Lakes High School serves the eastern part of West Palm Beach, FL, covering an area of approximately 61.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located approximately 6.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Palm Beach Lakes High School's student population of 2,809 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 129 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,809 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
129 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1989
School Calendar
Campus Size
42 acres
Average Class Size
25 students
School Motto
Educate. Affirm. Inspire.
School Rankings
Palm Beach Lakes 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 Palm Beach Lakes High School 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
#3422 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
35%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
59%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
84%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Burgundy & Gray
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 #3422 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Palm Beach Lakes High School often compared to?
Palm Beach Lakes High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Boynton Beach Community High School by visitors of our site.
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 84%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend Palm Beach Lakes High School?
2,809 students attend Palm Beach Lakes High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Palm Beach Lakes High School students are Black, 35% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 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 22:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Palm Beach Lakes High School offer ?
Palm Beach Lakes High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
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 10/10/2025
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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