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 (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 632 students
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 55-59% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤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.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
632 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Year Founded
2021
School Calendar
Campus Size
10 acres
School Motto
Where every student is a rising STAR!
Average Class Size
10 students
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.
Overall Testing Rank
#3623 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
66%
38%
Black
24%
21%
White
7%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
55-59%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Rising Star
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 87%.
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.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Great place for kids.
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