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#1054 of 1,462 private schools in FL
Cardinal Newman High School
High School
512 SPENCER DR, West Palm Beach, FL 33409
Enrollment
550
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
5.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
550
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
5.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Florida private schools
#1,054 of 1,462
In West Palm Beach
#16 of 20
public schools
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About Cardinal Newman High School
Cardinal Newman High School is a private high school in West Palm Beach, FL. Cardinal Newman High School serves approximately 550 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Cardinal Newman High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,054 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
- This school 5.6 · Average
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
Cardinal Newman High School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Cardinal Newman High School compares to 17 public schools serving similar grades in West Palm Beach, FL
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cardinal Newman High School (this school) | 5.6 |
| FLORIDA FUTURES ACADEMY | 3.7 |
| WORTHINGTON HIGH SCHOOL | 4.2 |
| ALEXANDER W DREYFOOS JUNIOR SCHOOL OF THE ARTS | 9.2 |
| PALM BEACH COUNTY JAIL | — |
| SLAM ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL PALM BEACH | 4.8 |
| HIGHRIDGE FAMILY CENTER | — |
| PALM BEACH REGIONAL DETENTION CENTER | 4.4 |
| PALM BEACH LAKES HIGH SCHOOL | 4.6 |
| ALTERNATIVE PROGRAM CENTRAL | — |
| BELIEVERS ACADEMY | 3.5 |
| FOREST HILL COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL | 6.1 |
| ESE OTHER TEACHING SERVICES | 3.8 |
| G-STAR SCHOOL OF THE ARTS | 7.1 |
| INDIAN RIDGE SCHOOL | 5.1 |
| TURNING POINTS ACADEMY | 5.7 |
| PALM BEACH JUVENILE CORRECTIONAL FACILITY | 5.8 |
| WILLIAM T. DWYER HIGH SCHOOL | 7.4 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in FL.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in FL
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
512 SPENCER DR, West Palm Beach, FL 33409
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cardinal Newman High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ALEXANDER W DREYFOOS JUNIOR SCHOOL OF THE ARTS (rated 9.2/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is OXBRIDGE ACADEMY OF THE PALM BEACHES (rated 6.4/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, WORTHINGTON HIGH SCHOOL (rated 4.2/10, 1.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in West Palm Beach, see our West Palm Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33409 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,206
Median Home Value
$282,900
Median Rent
$1,633/mo
Population
32,921
College Educated
26.6%
Homeownership
46.7%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
14.8%
Median Age
34.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AMERICAN WORLDWIDE ACADEMY Miami, FL | 5.6 |
| NEWBERRY HIGH SCHOOL Newberry, FL | 5.6 |
| SAIL Tallahassee, FL | 5.6 |
| DOCTORS CHARTER SCHOOL OF MIAMI SHORES Miami Shores, FL | 5.5 |
| HOLMES COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL Bonifay, FL | 5.5 |
| CARDINAL MOONEY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Sarasota, FL | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cardinal Newman High School
What grades does Cardinal Newman High School serve?
Cardinal Newman High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Cardinal Newman High School?
Cardinal Newman High School has an enrollment of approximately 550 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cardinal Newman High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Cardinal Newman High School is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Cardinal Newman High School rank in FL?
Cardinal Newman High School ranks #1,054 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
What is Cardinal Newman High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Cardinal Newman High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Cardinal Newman High School a private school?
Yes, Cardinal Newman High School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Cardinal Newman High School a religious school?
Cardinal Newman High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 550
- Gender Split
- 55% M / 45% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Palm Beach County
- Phone
- (561) 662-4178
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