PALM BEACH CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL

PALM BEACH CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the PALM BEACH school district, located in WELLINGTON, FL with about 3,033 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade 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 153 teachers, PALM BEACH CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.

PALM BEACH CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL, located in Wellington, Florida, is a large, comprehensive public high school serving students in the School District of Palm Beach County. Since opening its doors in 2003, the school has established a reputation for its strong academic programs, including an extensive selection of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, AICE (Cambridge) programs, and specialized career academies. These programs are designed to prepare students for success in higher education and the modern workforce by offering rigorous curricula and hands-on learning opportunities in fields like information technology, culinary arts, and digital media.

Beyond its academic offerings, Palm Beach Central is well-regarded for its vibrant extracurricular culture. The school hosts a wide array of athletic teams, competitive arts programs, and various student-led clubs that foster a strong sense of school spirit and community. With a focus on both scholastic achievement and personal development, the school strives to create an inclusive environment that encourages students to excel while providing them with the necessary resources and support to reach their individual goals.

For more information, contact PALM BEACH CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL at (561) 304-1000 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

8499 FOREST HILL BLVD
WELLINGTON, FL 33411-6550
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PALM BEACH CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in WELLINGTON, FL with about 3,033 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:
3,033
Teachers:
153
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
Grade Levels Offered
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 3,033 students

Hispanic/Latino
37.2%
White
36.1%
Black or African American
19.3%
Asian
4.0%
Two or more races
2.8%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.5%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%

Female
46.8%
Male
53.2%

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.