Palm Beach Preparatory Charter Academy

3525 S Congress Ave
Lake Worth, FL 33461
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Bottom 50%
Serving 632 students in grades 9-12, Palm Beach Preparatory Charter Academy 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 632 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 93%
  • : 55-59% (Btm 50% in FL)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : ≤10% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤10% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤20% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

School Overview

Palm Beach Preparatory Charter Academy's student population of 632 students has grown by 117% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
632 students

Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data

Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers

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School Rankings

Palm Beach Preparatory Charter Academy 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 Preparatory Charter Academy 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.
This School
State Level (FL)
#3623 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
≤10%
52%
≤10%
52%
≤20%
52%
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
66%
38%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data

Black
24%
21%

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White
7%
34%

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Two or more races
1%
4%

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All Ethnic Groups
93%
0.51

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55-59%
88%

Showing 2014–2023. View full 12-year historical data

(22-23)
100%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
42%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Preparatory Charter Academy's ranking?
Palm Beach Preparatory Charter Academy is ranked #3623 out of 3,662 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?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Palm Beach Preparatory Charter Academy?
The graduation rate of Palm Beach Preparatory Charter Academy is 55-59%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend Palm Beach Preparatory Charter Academy?
632 students attend Palm Beach Preparatory Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Palm Beach Preparatory Charter Academy students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 7% 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 grades does Palm Beach Preparatory Charter Academy offer ?
Palm Beach Preparatory Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Palm Beach Preparatory Charter Academy part of?
Palm Beach Preparatory Charter Academy is part of Palm Beach School District.

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5   10/10/2025
Great place for kids.
- Posted by Teacher - ML

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 632 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 93%
  • : 55-59% (Btm 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : ≤10% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤10% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤20% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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