Palm Beach Preparatory Charter Academy

3525 S Congress Ave
Lake Worth, FL 33461
1/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 642 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 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 642 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 94%
  • : 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

Top Rankings

Palm Beach Preparatory Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Palm Beach Preparatory Charter Academy's student population of 642 students has grown by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 71% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
642 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Palm Beach Preparatory Charter Academy 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 Preparatory Charter Academy is 0.47, 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)
#3661 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
≤10%
52%
≤10%
52%
≤20%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
70%
37%
Black
20%
21%
White
6%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.47
55-59%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
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 Preparatory Charter Academy's ranking?
Palm Beach Preparatory Charter Academy is ranked #3661 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?
≤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 87%.
How many students attend Palm Beach Preparatory Charter Academy?
642 students attend Palm Beach Preparatory Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Palm Beach Preparatory Charter Academy students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% 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.

School Reviews

5   2/15/2023
Great place for kids.
- Posted by Teacher - ML

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 642 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 94%
  • : 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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