WILLIAM T. DWYER HIGH SCHOOL
WILLIAM T. DWYER HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the PALM BEACH school district, located in PALM BEACH GARDENS, FL with about 2,307 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 131 teachers, WILLIAM T. DWYER HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.
WILLIAM T. DWYER HIGH SCHOOL, located in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, is a prominent public high school serving the northern Palm Beach County area. Known for its rigorous academic environment, the school offers a diverse range of educational opportunities, including Advanced Placement (AP) courses, AICE (Cambridge) programs, and several specialized career academies. These programs are designed to prepare students for post-secondary success by providing them with both college-level credits and hands-on technical training in fields like engineering, finance, and medical sciences.
Beyond its academic curriculum, Dwyer High School maintains a vibrant campus culture characterized by a strong sense of community and school spirit. The school is well-regarded for its competitive athletic programs and a wide array of extracurricular clubs and organizations, which encourage student engagement and leadership development. With its commitment to fostering both intellectual growth and personal character, WILLIAM T. DWYER HIGH SCHOOL strives to cultivate a supportive environment where students are equipped with the skills and experiences necessary to thrive in an evolving global society.
For more information, contact WILLIAM T. DWYER HIGH SCHOOL at (561) 625-7800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
PALM BEACH GARDENS, FL 33410-1274
(561) 625-7800
WILLIAM T. DWYER HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in PALM BEACH GARDENS, FL with about 2,307 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Florida
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- Magnet school:
- Yes
- District:
- PALM BEACH
- Total Students:
- 2,307
- Teachers:
- 131
- 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 eligible school-No program
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* 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.
School Demographics for 2,307 students
- White
- 46.0%
- Black or African American
- 33.0%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 13.7%
- Two or more races
- 3.8%
- Asian
- 3.1%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.3%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.1%
- Female
- 47.7%
- Male
- 52.3%
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.