Serving 1,042 students in grades 6-8, Watson B. Duncan Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,042 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Watson B. Duncan Middle School serves the northeast part of Palm Beach Gardens, FL, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 88.9 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 19.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Watson B. Duncan Middle School's student population of 1,042 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,042 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1909
School Calendar
School Motto
Educate. Affirm. Inspire.
School Rankings
Watson B. Duncan Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Watson B. Duncan Middle School is 0.72, which is more 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
#993 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
24%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
25%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
40%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Watson B. Duncan Middle School's ranking?
Watson B. Duncan Middle School is ranked #993 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Watson B. Duncan Middle School often compared to?
Watson B. Duncan Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Independence Middle School, Jupiter Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Watson B. Duncan Middle School?
1,042 students attend Watson B. Duncan Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Watson B. Duncan Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Watson B. Duncan Middle School?
Watson B. Duncan Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Watson B. Duncan Middle School offer ?
Watson B. Duncan Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Watson B. Duncan Middle School part of?
Watson B. Duncan Middle School is part of Palm Beach School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Academics are good and other activitys are good. But I do not recaomend this school this is the worst school ever because the bullys, every day i get bullyed and threatend and mugged.
5 10/10/2025
This was and awesome school. The teachers were very nice and KNEW how to teach. It had many different types of clubs and sports, and the buildings were livable.
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