Serving 2,271 students in grades 9-12, West Boca Raton High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (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 55% 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: 2,271 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Boca Raton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
West Boca Raton High School's student population of 2,271 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 115 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,271 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
115 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Boca Raton High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Boca Raton High School is 0.64, 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
#537 out of 3704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
40%
37%
Black
7%
21%
White
45%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
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 West Boca Raton High School's ranking?
West Boca Raton High School is ranked #537 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are West Boca Raton High School often compared to?
West Boca Raton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spanish River Community High School, Boca Raton Community High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Boca Raton High School?
The graduation rate of West Boca Raton High School is 98%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend West Boca Raton High School?
2,271 students attend West Boca Raton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of West Boca Raton High School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 7% 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 West Boca Raton High School?
West Boca Raton High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Boca Raton High School offer ?
West Boca Raton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is West Boca Raton High School part of?
West Boca Raton High School is part of Palm Beach School District.
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