Serving 2,163 students in grades 9-12, William T. Dwyer 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 33% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,163 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: William T. Dwyer High School serves the northeast part of Palm Beach Gardens, FL, covering an area of approximately 43.5 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest boundary being about 8.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
William T. Dwyer High School's student population of 2,163 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 121 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,163 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
121 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1990
School Calendar
School Motto
Educate. Affirm. Inspire.
School Rankings
William T. Dwyer 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 William T. Dwyer High School is 0.68, 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
#2225 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
26%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
47%
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 ↓
Graduation Rate
94%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Maroon, Navy Blue & Silver
School Mascot
Panther
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William T. Dwyer High School's ranking?
William T. Dwyer High School is ranked #2225 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are William T. Dwyer High School often compared to?
William T. Dwyer High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jupiter High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of William T. Dwyer High School?
The graduation rate of William T. Dwyer High School is 94%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend William T. Dwyer High School?
2,163 students attend William T. Dwyer High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of William T. Dwyer High School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William T. Dwyer High School?
William T. Dwyer High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does William T. Dwyer High School offer ?
William T. Dwyer High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is William T. Dwyer High School part of?
William T. Dwyer High School is part of Palm Beach School District.
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