West Transition Elementary School serves 260 students in grades 9-12.
Minority enrollment was 93% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
260 students
Total Classroom Teachers (04-05)
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
11%
37%
Black
82%
21%
White
7%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend West Transition Elementary School?
260 students attend West Transition Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of West Transition Elementary School students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are White.
What grades does West Transition Elementary School offer ?
West Transition Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is West Transition Elementary School part of?
West Transition Elementary School is part of Palm Beach School District.
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