6.6 avg / 10

Best Schools in Jupiter, Florida

16 schools · 10 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 High · 3 Other

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 10

Private: 6

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 6.6/10

Estimated Scores: 40%

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 6.6/10
Median household income: $124,868
Median home value: $601,850
Bachelor's degree or higher: 48%
Avg commute: 28 min
Owner-occupied homes: 86%

How Jupiter compares

Florida rank

#104 of 280

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.3

above Florida avg (6.4)

Median household income

$125k

167% of Florida median

Schools in this city

15

About Schools in Jupiter, Florida

Jupiter, Florida is home to 16 schools, including 10 public schools and 6 private schools. The city's schools span 10 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 6.6 out of 10, schools in Jupiter show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Jupiter is Lighthouse Elementary School with a composite score of 8.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Jupiter is served by 1 school district: PALM BEACH. These districts collectively serve 189,777 students.

Jupiter's community shows 48% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $124,868. The poverty rate in the area is 5.9%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

Filter by Level: All Levels (16) Elementary (10) Middle (2) High (1)

Filter by Type: All Types (16) Public (10) Private (6)

Filter by Rating: All Ratings (16) Academics (16) Growth (9) Diversity (9) Resources (10)

Filter by ZIP: 33458 (15)

Elementary Schools

10 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	LIGHTHOUSE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 604 students · Pre-K–2nd	604	Pre-K–2nd	8.3
2	BEACON COVE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL 642 students · 3rd–5th	642	3rd–5th	7.8
3	JUPITER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 842 students · Pre-K–5th	842	Pre-K–5th	7.7
4	JUPITER FARMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 629 students · Pre-K–5th	629	Pre-K–5th	7.7
5	JERRY THOMAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 698 students · Kindergarten–5th	698	Kindergarten–5th	7.6
6	LIMESTONE CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 947 students · Pre-K–5th	947	Pre-K–5th	7.6
Private Schools 4 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	TURTLE RIVER MONTESSORI Private 129 students · Pre-K–8th	129	Pre-K–8th	Not Rated
2	ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Private 419 students · Pre-K–8th	419	Pre-K–8th	Not Rated
3	TURTLE RIVER MONTESSORI SCHOOL EAST Private 132 students · Kindergarten–TK	132	Kindergarten–TK	Not Rated
4	TREE TOP ACADEMY Private 14 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten	14	Pre-K–Kindergarten	Not Rated

Middle Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	JUPITER MIDDLE SCHOOL 1,375 students · 6th–8th	1,375	6th–8th	6.6
2	INDEPENDENCE MIDDLE SCHOOL 1,172 students · 6th–8th	1,172	6th–8th	5.7

High Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	JUPITER HIGH SCHOOL 3,047 students · 9th–12th	3,047	9th–12th	6.2

Other Schools

3 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	THE LEARNING ACADEMY AT THE ELS CENTER OF EXCELLENCE 125 students · Pre-K–12th	125	Pre-K–12th	4.9
Private Schools 2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	JUPITER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Private 865 students · Kindergarten–12th	865	Kindergarten–12th	Not Rated
2	THE HARVEY ACADEMY Private 42 students · 3rd–12th	42	3rd–12th	Not Rated

Schools in Jupiter

Jupiter, Florida · 16 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes

Median Income

$124,868

Median Home Value

$601,850

Median Rent

$2,396/mo

Population

71,174

College Educated

48%

Homeownership

86%

Avg Commute

28 min

Poverty Rate

5.9%

Community Profile

Jupiter has a median household income of $124,868. It is a well-educated community where 48% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $601,850, with a median rent of $2,396/month. The local poverty rate of 5.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Florida
Total Schools: 16
Elementary: 10
Middle: 2
High: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.6/10

Resources

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School District

PALM BEACH

235 schools · 189,777 students

Nearby Cities

Tequesta (3 schools)

3 mi

Palm Beach Gardens (17 schools)

6 mi

Juno Beach (1 school)

6 mi

North Palm Beach (4 schools)

8 mi

Lake Park (4 schools)

9 mi

Hobe Sound (6 schools)

10 mi

Riviera Beach (13 schools)

11 mi

West Palm Beach (82 schools)

15 mi

Palm Beach (2 schools)

16 mi

Loxahatchee (7 schools)

16 mi

Royal Palm Beach (9 schools)

Palm Springs (5 schools)

20 mi

Wellington (19 schools)

20 mi

Other Major Cities in Florida

Top metros statewide by school count.

Orlando 299 schools Jacksonville 296 schools Tampa 239 schools Hialeah 118 schools Pensacola 89 schools

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Jupiter, Florida

How many schools are in Jupiter, Florida?

Jupiter has 16 schools, including 10 public and 6 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Jupiter, Florida?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Jupiter is 6.6 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Jupiter, Florida?

The top-ranked school in Jupiter on MySchoolScout is Lighthouse Elementary School with a composite score of 8.3/10.

What is the best elementary school in Jupiter, Florida?

The top-ranked elementary school in Jupiter on MySchoolScout is Lighthouse Elementary School with a composite score of 8.3/10.

What is the best middle school in Jupiter, Florida?

The top-ranked middle school in Jupiter on MySchoolScout is Jupiter Middle School with a composite score of 6.6/10.

What is the best high school in Jupiter, Florida?

The top-ranked high school in Jupiter on MySchoolScout is Jupiter High School with a composite score of 6.2/10.

How many school districts serve Jupiter, Florida?

Jupiter is served by 1 school district: Palm Beach.

What is the education level in Jupiter, Florida?

According to Census data, 48% of adults in Jupiter have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Jupiter, Florida?

The median household income in Jupiter is approximately $124,868 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Jupiter, Florida?

Yes, Jupiter has 6 private schools alongside 10 public schools. The top-rated private school is Turtle River Montessori with a score of 7.6/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Jupiter, Florida?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Jupiter is 14.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Jupiter, Florida?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.