LAKE WORTH HIGH SCHOOL

LAKE WORTH HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the PALM BEACH school district, located in LAKE WORTH, FL with about 2,634 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 164 teachers, LAKE WORTH HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Lake Worth Community High School, located in the heart of Lake Worth, Florida, is a long-standing educational institution serving a diverse student population within the School District of Palm Beach County. As a comprehensive high school, it offers a wide array of academic programs, including rigorous Advanced Placement (AP) courses, AICE (Cambridge) programs, and specialized career and technical education (CTE) pathways. The school is known for its vibrant campus culture and a deep commitment to preparing students for life after graduation, whether that involves pursuing higher education, entering the workforce, or joining the military.

Beyond the classroom, LAKE WORTH HIGH SCHOOL boasts a robust extracurricular scene that plays a significant role in fostering school spirit and student development. The school offers a variety of athletic programs, student government opportunities, performing arts, and service-based clubs. By emphasizing a mix of academic rigor and community engagement, LAKE WORTH HIGH SCHOOL aims to provide a well-rounded educational experience that supports the social, emotional, and intellectual growth of its students in an evolving global landscape.

For more information, contact LAKE WORTH HIGH SCHOOL at (561) 533-6300 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1701 LAKE WORTH RD
LAKE WORTH, FL 33460-3626
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LAKE WORTH HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in LAKE WORTH, FL with about 2,634 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Florida

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Magnet school:
Yes
District:
PALM BEACH
Total Students:
2,634
Teachers:
164
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 2,634 students

Hispanic/Latino
48.1%
Black or African American
35.3%
White
7.1%
American Indian or Alaska Native
6.6%
Two or more races
1.7%
Asian
1.3%

Female
48.8%
Male
51.2%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.