BAK MIDDLE SCHOOL OF THE ARTS

BAK MIDDLE SCHOOL OF THE ARTS is a Title I public middle school that is part of the PALM BEACH school district, located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL with about 1,381 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th 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 79 teachers, BAK MIDDLE SCHOOL OF THE ARTS 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.

BAK MIDDLE SCHOOL OF THE ARTS, located in West Palm Beach, Florida, is a premier magnet school that serves students in grades 6 through 8. Renowned for its rigorous academic curriculum combined with intensive pre-professional arts training, the school operates on a unique model that integrates core subjects like math, science, and language arts with specialized instruction in areas such as dance, music (band, strings, and vocal), theatre, communications, and visual arts. Because it is a magnet institution, students are typically selected through an audition or portfolio review process, ensuring a student body deeply committed to both academic excellence and artistic development.

The school is widely recognized for its high academic standards and its vibrant, creative atmosphere, which consistently earns it top ratings within the Palm Beach County School District. Beyond the classroom and rehearsal studio, BAK MIDDLE SCHOOL OF THE ARTS fosters a collaborative environment where students are encouraged to participate in performances, exhibitions, and community outreach projects. By bridging the gap between rigorous secondary education and professional-level artistic discipline, the school prepares its students not only for success in high school and college but also for potential future careers in the arts and creative industries.

For more information, contact BAK MIDDLE SCHOOL OF THE ARTS at (561) 882-3870 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1725 ECHO LAKE DR
WEST PALM BEACH, FL 33407-3513
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BAK MIDDLE SCHOOL OF THE ARTS is a public Title I school in WEST PALM BEACH, FL with about 1,381 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Florida

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
Magnet school:
Yes
District:
PALM BEACH
Total Students:
1,381
Teachers:
79
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 targeted assistance eligible school-No program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th 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 1,381 students

White
52.0%
Hispanic/Latino
20.9%
Black or African American
12.2%
Asian
9.2%
Two or more races
5.4%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%

Female
72.6%
Male
27.4%

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.