Serving 2,980 students in grades 9-12, Palm Beach Central High School ranks in the top 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 49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,980 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palm Beach Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Palm Beach Central High School's student population of 2,980 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 140 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,980 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
140 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Palm Beach Central High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palm Beach Central High School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1674 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
42%
37%
Black
20%
21%
White
30%
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
38%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palm Beach Central High School's ranking?
Palm Beach Central High School is ranked #1674 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Palm Beach Central High School often compared to?
Palm Beach Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wellington High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Palm Beach Central High School?
The graduation rate of Palm Beach Central High School is 95%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Palm Beach Central High School?
2,980 students attend Palm Beach Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Palm Beach Central High School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 20% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palm Beach Central High School?
Palm Beach Central High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Palm Beach Central High School offer ?
Palm Beach Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Palm Beach Central High School part of?
Palm Beach Central High School is part of Palm Beach School District.
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