Average
#2994 of 3,777 schools in FL
Congress Community Middle School
Middle School · PALM BEACH
101 S CONGRESS AVE, Boynton Beach, FL 33426
Enrollment
891
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
5.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
891
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
5.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Boynton Beach
#15 of 23
public schools
Florida middle schools
#439 of 573
In district
#178 of 221
PALM BEACH
School environment
9.0 / 10
Exceptional
About Congress Community Middle School
Congress Community Middle School serves 891 students in grades 6-8 in Boynton Beach, with a student-teacher ratio of 15.1:1 and 59 full-time equivalent teachers. The school operates as a regular public middle school in Palm Beach County, providing education in a large suburban setting. Academically, Congress Community Middle School has significant room for growth, with 23% of students performing at proficient or above levels in both English Language Arts and Math across all grade levels.
The school currently ranks in the 10th percentile among Florida middle schools, indicating focused attention on student development and academic improvement initiatives will be important priorities. The school sits in the heart of a stable suburban community along South Congress Avenue. The surrounding 33426 neighborhood reflects middle-class characteristics, with a median household income of $74,073 and median home values around $275,400.
About 31% of area residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, and the poverty rate remains relatively low at 8.8% among the ZIP code's 23,781 residents. Congress Community Middle School operates within this established Boynton Beach neighborhood, serving families in a well-developed suburban area of Palm Beach County.
Score Breakdown
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Congress Community Middle School — Students at Congress Community Middle School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
66.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 10 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.7/10.
How Congress Community Middle School Compares
See how Congress Community Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 33% (2019) to 21% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 34% (2019) to 28% (2021).
Location
101 S CONGRESS AVE, Boynton Beach, FL 33426
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Congress Community Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. HIDDEN OAKS K-8 (rated 8.3/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Lake Worth), which scores notably higher. Another option is CITRUS COVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST JOSEPH'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Boynton Beach, see our Boynton Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33426 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,328
Median Home Value
$298,500
Median Rent
$1,981/mo
Population
24,424
College Educated
32.3%
Homeownership
61%
Avg Commute
24.9 min
Poverty Rate
8.7%
Median Age
43.9
Community Profile
The community surrounding Congress Community Middle School has a median household income of $76,328. It is an area where 32% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $298,500, with a median rent of $1,981/month. The local poverty rate of 8.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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|---|---|
| ABRAHAM LINCOLN MIDDLE SCHOOL Gainesville, FL | 5.2 |
| APOPKA MIDDLE Apopka, FL | 5.2 |
| CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL West Melbourne, FL | 5.2 |
| DIPLOMAT MIDDLE SCHOOL Cape Coral, FL | 5.2 |
| DISCOVERY INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Kissimmee, FL | 5.2 |
| GIFFORD MIDDLE SCHOOL Vero Beach, FL | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Congress Community Middle School
What grades does Congress Community Middle School serve?
Congress Community Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Congress Community Middle School?
Congress Community Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 891 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Congress Community Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Congress Community Middle School is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Congress Community Middle School rank in FL?
Congress Community Middle School is ranked #2994 out of 3,777 schools in FL.
What is Congress Community Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Congress Community Middle School has a composite rating of 5.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Congress Community Middle School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Congress Community Middle School has 24.4% math proficiency and 26.2% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Congress Community Middle School a charter school?
No, Congress Community Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Congress Community Middle School a Title I school?
No, Congress Community Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Congress Community Middle School?
66.8% of students at Congress Community Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (2,705/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Boynton Beach). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 891
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 59
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 66.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Palm Beach County
- Phone
- (561) 374-5600
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
PALM BEACH- District Enrollment
- 189,777
- Schools in District
- 235
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,897
- District Rank
- #178 of 221
How We Rate Schools
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