Palm Beach Central High School is a high school located in Wellington, Florida in the School District of Palm Beach County. Opened in 2003, Palm Beach Central currently has over 3,000 students enrolled in grades nine through twelve. The school's mascot is the bronco, or bucking horse.
Serving 2,841 students in grades 9-12, Palm Beach Central High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,841 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palm Beach Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Palm Beach Central High School's student population of 2,841 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 150 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,841 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
150 teachers
Year Founded
2003
Colors
Black, Cardinal, Pewter Gray
School Motto
Educate. Affirm. Inspire.
School Rankings
Palm Beach Central High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palm Beach Central High School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1995 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
41%
37%
Black
24%
21%
White
28%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palm Beach Central High School's ranking?
Palm Beach Central High School is ranked #1995 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Palm Beach Central High School often compared to?
Palm Beach Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wellington High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Palm Beach Central High School?
The graduation rate of Palm Beach Central High School is 94%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Palm Beach Central High School?
2,841 students attend Palm Beach Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Palm Beach Central High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 24% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palm Beach Central High School?
Palm Beach Central High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Palm Beach Central High School offer ?
Palm Beach Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Palm Beach Central High School part of?
Palm Beach Central High School is part of Palm Beach School District.
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