Needs Improvement
#3590 of 3,778 schools in FL
Palm Beach Preparatory Charter Academy
High School · PALM BEACH
3525 S CONGRESS AVE, Palm Springs, FL 33461
Enrollment
642
Student-Teacher
53.5:1
Score
3.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
642
Student-Teacher
53.5:1
Score
3.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,590 of 3,778
In Palm Springs
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#213 of 221
PALM BEACH
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Palm Beach Preparatory Charter Academy
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About Palm Beach Preparatory Charter Academy
Palm Beach Preparatory Charter Academy is a public high school in Palm Springs, FL, part of PALM BEACH. Palm Beach Preparatory Charter Academy serves approximately 642 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 53.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Palm Beach Preparatory Charter Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,590 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Palm Beach Preparatory Charter Academy show 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2021) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024).
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.0
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Palm Beach Preparatory Charter Academy 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.
Palm Beach Preparatory Charter Academy runs 53.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Palm Beach Preparatory Charter Academy is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Palm Beach Preparatory Charter Academy — Students at Palm Beach Preparatory Charter Academy score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
68.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 23 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: 9.3/10.
How Palm Beach Preparatory Charter Academy Compares
See how Palm Beach Preparatory Charter Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3525 S CONGRESS AVE, Palm Springs, FL 33461
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Palm Beach Preparatory Charter Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. G-STAR SCHOOL OF THE ARTS (rated 7.1/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby West Palm Beach), which scores notably higher. Another option is PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS (rated 5.5/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Palm Beach Springs), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JOHN I. LEONARD HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.2/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Greenacres), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Palm Springs, see our Palm Springs schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 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 Palm Beach Preparatory Charter Academy
What grades does Palm Beach Preparatory Charter Academy serve?
Palm Beach Preparatory Charter Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Palm Beach Preparatory Charter Academy?
Palm Beach Preparatory Charter Academy has an enrollment of approximately 642 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Palm Beach Preparatory Charter Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Palm Beach Preparatory Charter Academy is 53.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Palm Beach Preparatory Charter Academy rank in FL?
Palm Beach Preparatory Charter Academy ranks #3,590 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Palm Beach Preparatory Charter Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Palm Beach Preparatory Charter Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 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 Palm Beach Preparatory Charter Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Palm Beach Preparatory Charter Academy has 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2021) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024).
Is Palm Beach Preparatory Charter Academy a charter school?
Yes, Palm Beach Preparatory Charter Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Palm Beach Preparatory Charter Academy a Title I school?
No, Palm Beach Preparatory Charter Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Palm Beach Preparatory Charter Academy?
68.2% of students at Palm Beach Preparatory Charter Academy 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 642
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 53.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 68.2%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Palm Beach County
- Phone
- (561) 623-6935
- 4-Year Graduation
- 11.0%
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District
PALM BEACH- District Enrollment
- 189,777
- Schools in District
- 235
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,897
- District Rank
- #213 of 221
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