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Turning Points Academy

High School · PALM BEACH

1950 BENOIST FARMS RD, West Palm Beach, FL 33411

Enrollment

86

Student-Teacher

7.2:1

Score

5.7

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#2,344 of 3,778

In West Palm Beach

#34 of 49

public schools

In district

#167 of 221

PALM BEACH

School environment

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Turning Points Academy

5.7/10

High School in West Palm Beach · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.1/10

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About Turning Points Academy

Turning Points Academy is a public high school in West Palm Beach, FL, part of PALM BEACH. Turning Points Academy serves approximately 86 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 7.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Turning Points Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,344 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for Turning Points Academy show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • FL avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

At 86 students, Turning Points Academy 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 Turning Points 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.

At 7.2:1 students to teachers, Turning Points Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.7Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.48 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics1.6Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency3% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency9.8% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg-44.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-40.5 pts
Overall Proficiency6% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected-33.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile2th
College Readiness4.5Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate<50%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio7.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,897

Turning Points Academy — Students at Turning Points Academy score 6% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

76.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 10.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
50.9% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 11.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
51.6% (2024 FAST)

Based on 33 test records from FL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
27%
ELA
17%
2010
Math
22%
ELA
12%
2011
Math
15%
ELA
24.5%
2012
Math
5%
ELA
15%
2013
ELA
15%
2014
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2015
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2016
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2017
Math
5%
ELA
15%
2018
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2019
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2020*
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2021*
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2022
Math
25%
ELA
25%
2024
Math
3%
ELA
9.8%

* 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: 7.7/10.

How Turning Points Academy Compares

See how Turning Points Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
38th percentile in FL
Academic
1.6/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
9.9/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
77%
Teaching Staff
7:1 student-teacher ratio
12 teachers

Location

1950 BENOIST FARMS RD, West Palm Beach, FL 33411

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Turning Points Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. PALM BEACH CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Wellington), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ROYAL PALM BEACH HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Royal Palm Beach), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PALM BEACH JUVENILE CORRECTIONAL FACILITY (rated 5.8/10, 2.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in West Palm Beach, see our West Palm Beach schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.8 mi
School Distance Rating
INDIAN RIDGE SCHOOL West Palm Beach 0.1 mi 5.1
RENAISSANCE CHARTER SCHOOL AT CYPRESS West Palm Beach 0.2 mi 7.3
BENOIST FARMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Palm Beach 0.2 mi 3.7
CONKLIN INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY West Palm Beach 0.3 mi
BEREAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL West Palm Beach 0.4 mi 6.8
THE KING'S ACADEMY West Palm Beach 1.2 mi 4.7
CONKLIN INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY West Palm Beach 1.8 mi
WYNNEBROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Palm Beach 2.1 mi 7.5
PALM BEACH JUVENILE CORRECTIONAL FACILITY West Palm Beach 2.3 mi 5.8
EVERGLADES ELEMENTARY West Palm Beach 2.6 mi 9.0
GRASSY WATERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Palm Beach 2.5 mi 6.1
JEAGA MIDDLE SCHOOL West Palm Beach 2.5 mi 3.9
ROYAL PALM BEACH HIGH SCHOOL Royal Palm Beach 2.6 mi 6.1
HOPE-CENTENNIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Palm Beach 2.8 mi 7.5
MELALEUCA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Palm Beach 3.2 mi 6.1
CHOLEE LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Greenacres 3.4 mi 4.9
PINE JOG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Palm Beach 3.4 mi 6.8
HAVERHILL BAPTIST DAY SCHOOL West Palm Beach 3.3 mi
PALM BEACH CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Wellington 3.9 mi 6.7
SCORE AT THE TOP LEARNING CENTER - WELLINGTON Wellington 3.8 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33411 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$89,329

Median Home Value

$400,900

Median Rent

$1,887/mo

Population

75,299

College Educated

38.9%

Homeownership

76.5%

Avg Commute

28.5 min

Poverty Rate

6.9%

Median Age

42.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Turning Points Academy

What grades does Turning Points Academy serve?

Turning Points Academy serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Turning Points Academy?

Turning Points Academy has an enrollment of approximately 86 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Turning Points Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Turning Points Academy is 7.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Turning Points Academy rank in FL?

Turning Points Academy ranks #2,344 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Turning Points Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Turning Points Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Turning Points Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Turning Points Academy has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Turning Points Academy a charter school?

No, Turning Points Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Turning Points Academy a Title I school?

No, Turning Points Academy is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Turning Points Academy?

76.7% of students at Turning Points 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
41 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
32 Some Transit
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
86
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Free/Reduced Lunch
76.7%
Type
alternative
Setting
Midsize City
County
Palm Beach County
4-Year Graduation
<50%

District

PALM BEACH
District Enrollment
189,777
Schools in District
235
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,897
District Rank
#167 of 221

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