Average
#2477 of 3,778 schools in FL
Pace Center for Girls
High School · PALM BEACH
1640 S. CONGRESS AVE, Palm Beach Springs, FL 33461
Enrollment
61
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
5.5
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
61
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
5.5
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,477 of 3,778
In district
#171 of 221
PALM BEACH
School environment
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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Pace Center for Girls
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About Pace Center for Girls
Pace Center for Girls is a public high school in Palm Beach Springs, FL, part of PALM BEACH. Pace Center for Girls serves approximately 61 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Pace Center for Girls has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,477 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Pace Center for Girls show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
At 61 students, Pace Center for Girls is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Pace Center for Girls sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Pace Center for Girls — Students at Pace Center for Girls score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
26.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 25 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 8.4/10.
How Pace Center for Girls Compares
See how Pace Center for Girls performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1640 S. CONGRESS AVE, Palm Beach Springs, FL 33461
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pace Center for Girls may also want to explore other high schools in the area. G-STAR SCHOOL OF THE ARTS (rated 7.1/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby West Palm Beach), which scores notably higher. Another option is FOREST HILL COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby West Palm Beach), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SLAM ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL PALM BEACH (rated 4.8/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby West Palm Beach), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Palm Beach Springs, see our Palm Beach Springs schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33461 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,218
Median Home Value
$263,400
Median Rent
$1,615/mo
Population
49,245
College Educated
17.5%
Homeownership
50.3%
Avg Commute
27.6 min
Poverty Rate
16.4%
Median Age
36.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pace Center for Girls
What grades does Pace Center for Girls serve?
Pace Center for Girls serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Pace Center for Girls?
Pace Center for Girls has an enrollment of approximately 61 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pace Center for Girls?
The student-teacher ratio at Pace Center for Girls is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pace Center for Girls rank in FL?
Pace Center for Girls ranks #2,477 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Pace Center for Girls's MySchoolScout rating?
Pace Center for Girls has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Pace Center for Girls?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pace Center for Girls has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Pace Center for Girls a charter school?
No, Pace Center for Girls is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pace Center for Girls a Title I school?
No, Pace Center for Girls is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pace Center for Girls?
26.2% of students at Pace Center for Girls qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 61
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 26.2%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Palm Beach County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 1.6%
- Phone
- (561) 472-1990
Resources & Links
District
PALM BEACH- District Enrollment
- 189,777
- Schools in District
- 235
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,897
- District Rank
- #171 of 221
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