Serving 3,087 students in grades 9-12, Jupiter High 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 64% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,087 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jupiter High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Jupiter High School's student population of 3,087 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 158 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,087 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
158 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jupiter High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jupiter High School is 0.55, 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
#783 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
32%
37%
Black
3%
21%
White
59%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jupiter High School's ranking?
Jupiter High School is ranked #783 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Jupiter High School often compared to?
Jupiter High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like William T. Dwyer High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jupiter High School?
The graduation rate of Jupiter High School is 95%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Jupiter High School?
3,087 students attend Jupiter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Jupiter High School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jupiter High School?
Jupiter High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jupiter High School offer ?
Jupiter High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Jupiter High School part of?
Jupiter High School is part of Palm Beach School District.
In what neighborhood is Jupiter High School located?
Jupiter High School is located in the Abacoa neighborhood of Jupiter, FL. There are 4 other public schools located in Abacoa.
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