Serving 1,042 students in grades 6-8, Western Pines Community Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (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 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,042 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Western Pines Community Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Western Pines Community Middle School's student population of 1,042 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,042 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Year Founded
1909
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 6, 2026
School Motto
Educate. Affirm. Inspire.
School Rankings
Western Pines Community Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Western Pines Community Middle School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#796 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
33%
37%
Black
12%
21%
White
46%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Western Pines Community Middle School's ranking?
Western Pines Community Middle School is ranked #796 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Western Pines Community Middle School often compared to?
Western Pines Community Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Western Academy Charter School, Emerald Cove Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Western Pines Community Middle School?
1,042 students attend Western Pines Community Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Western Pines Community Middle School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Western Pines Community Middle School?
Western Pines Community Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Western Pines Community Middle School offer ?
Western Pines Community Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Western Pines Community Middle School part of?
Western Pines Community Middle School is part of Palm Beach School District.
School Reviews
5 1/29/2015
I go to western pines I am in 6th grade and I love my Experience.The bad Language everywhere but I can take the talking I understand that it is a free country and in the constitution of independence our presidents signed that we could have the freedom of speech but this is more like bullying in the words. The good thing is there is no drugs or not many fights at the school. For the sex thing I can deal with it everyone can make scission's for their selves. I love my middle school experience and hope the rest of the years follow as this one.
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