Serving 467 students in grades 6-12, Palm Beach Maritime Academy Secondary 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower 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 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 467 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palm Beach Maritime Academy Secondary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Palm Beach Maritime Academy Secondary's student population of 467 students has grown by 149% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 175% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
467 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Palm Beach Maritime Academy Secondary ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palm Beach Maritime Academy Secondary is 0.66, 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
#3113 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
47%
37%
Black
29%
21%
White
19%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Maritime Academy Secondary's ranking?
Palm Beach Maritime Academy Secondary is ranked #3113 out of 3,704 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Palm Beach Maritime Academy Secondary?
The graduation rate of Palm Beach Maritime Academy Secondary is 90%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Palm Beach Maritime Academy Secondary?
467 students attend Palm Beach Maritime Academy Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Palm Beach Maritime Academy Secondary students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palm Beach Maritime Academy Secondary?
Palm Beach Maritime Academy Secondary has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Palm Beach Maritime Academy Secondary offer ?
Palm Beach Maritime Academy Secondary offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Palm Beach Maritime Academy Secondary part of?
Palm Beach Maritime Academy Secondary is part of Palm Beach School District.
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