Very Good
#1112 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 29% in state
William T. Dwyer High School
High School · PALM BEACH
13601 N MILITARY TRL, West Palm Beach, FL 33410
Enrollment
2,320
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
7.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,320
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
7.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,112 of 3,778
In West Palm Beach
#15 of 49
public schools
In district
#90 of 221
PALM BEACH
Academic growth
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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About William T. Dwyer High School
William T. Dwyer High School is a public high school in West Palm Beach, FL, part of PALM BEACH. William T.
Dwyer High School serves approximately 2,320 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19.2:1 student-teacher ratio. William T. Dwyer High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,112 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for William T. Dwyer High School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 6.0
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
William T. Dwyer High School is a large school: 2,320 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
Score Breakdown
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William T. Dwyer High School — Students at William T. Dwyer High School score 48% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
36.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 27 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: 7.2/10.
How William T. Dwyer High School Compares
See how William T. Dwyer High School 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
13601 N MILITARY TRL, West Palm Beach, FL 33410
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering William T. Dwyer High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. JUPITER HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Jupiter), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PALM BEACH GARDENS HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.0/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Palm Beach Gardens), a more accessible option. For more schools in West Palm Beach, see our West Palm Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BEACON COVE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Jupiter | 0.9 mi | 8.7 |
| ARTHUR I MEYER JEWISH ACADEMY Palm Beach Gardens | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| FRANKLIN ACADEMY- PALM BEACH GARDENS Palm Beach Gardens | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| LIGHTHOUSE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jupiter | 1.8 mi | 8.5 |
| JUPITER MIDDLE SCHOOL Jupiter | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| INDEPENDENCE MIDDLE SCHOOL Jupiter | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| MARSH POINTE ELEMENTARY Palm Beach Gardens | 1.8 mi | 9.4 |
| WATSON B. DUNCAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Palm Beach Gardens | 2.1 mi | 7.0 |
| TIMBER TRACE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palm Beach Gardens | 2.1 mi | 9.3 |
| DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER K-8 Palm Beach Gardens | 2.4 mi | 8.4 |
| SCORE AT THE TOP PALM BEACH LLC Palm Beach Gardens | 2.6 mi | 6.2 |
| ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Jupiter | 2.8 mi | 5.8 |
| THE WEISS SCHOOL Palm Beach Gardens | 3.3 mi | 7.5 |
| ST MARK'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Palm Beach Gardens | 3.3 mi | 6.9 |
| JUPITER HIGH SCHOOL Jupiter | 3.5 mi | 7.4 |
| THE BATT SCHOOL Juno Beach | 3.3 mi | — |
| PALM BEACH GARDENS HIGH SCHOOL Palm Beach Gardens | 3.6 mi | 5.0 |
| JUPITER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Jupiter | 3.6 mi | 6.1 |
| TURTLE RIVER MONTESSORI Jupiter | 3.6 mi | 7.6 |
| JUPITER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jupiter | 3.8 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33410 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$96,059
Median Home Value
$469,100
Median Rent
$2,193/mo
Population
36,409
College Educated
47.4%
Homeownership
72.3%
Avg Commute
20 min
Poverty Rate
7.2%
Median Age
44.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GULF COAST HIGH SCHOOL Naples, FL | 7.4 |
| HAGERTY HIGH SCHOOL Oviedo, FL | 7.4 |
| JUPITER HIGH SCHOOL Jupiter, FL | 7.4 |
| WIREGRASS RANCH HIGH SCHOOL Wesley Chapel, FL | 7.4 |
| BARTRAM TRAIL HIGH SCHOOL Saint Johns, FL | 7.5 |
| PLANT HIGH SCHOOL Tampa, FL | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about William T. Dwyer High School
What grades does William T. Dwyer High School serve?
William T. Dwyer High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend William T. Dwyer High School?
William T. Dwyer High School has an enrollment of approximately 2,320 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at William T. Dwyer High School?
The student-teacher ratio at William T. Dwyer High School is 19.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does William T. Dwyer High School rank in FL?
William T. Dwyer High School ranks #1,112 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is William T. Dwyer High School's MySchoolScout rating?
William T. Dwyer High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 William T. Dwyer High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, William T. Dwyer High School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is William T. Dwyer High School a charter school?
No, William T. Dwyer High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is William T. Dwyer High School a Title I school?
No, William T. Dwyer High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for William T. Dwyer High School?
36.9% of students at William T. Dwyer High 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 2,320
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 121
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 36.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Palm Beach County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.2%
- Phone
- (561) 625-7800
- 4-Year Graduation
- 98.0%
Resources & Links
District
PALM BEACH- District Enrollment
- 189,777
- Schools in District
- 235
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,897
- District Rank
- #90 of 221
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