DON ESTRIDGE HIGH TECH MIDDLE SCHOOL
1,268 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Don Estridge High Tech Middle School (DEHMS), located in Boca Raton, Florida, is a specialized magnet school within the Palm Beach County School District that emphasizes a rigorous academic environment integrated with advanced technology. As its name suggests, the school is built upon a "high-tech" philosophy, aiming to prepare students for a future driven by digital literacy, innovation, and critical thinking. The curriculum is designed to challenge students through a blend of traditional core subjects and specialized elective tracks, including computer science, digital media, and engineering, which encourage hands-on learning and practical application of technology.
Beyond its academic focus, the school is well-regarded for fostering a strong sense of community and school spirit. DEHMS encourages students to participate in a variety of extracurricular activities, such as robotics clubs, academic competitions, and various athletic programs, all of which aim to develop well-rounded individuals. By focusing on both intellectual growth and character development, Don Estridge High Tech Middle School strives to provide a supportive and innovative atmosphere that transitions middle schoolers effectively into high-performing high school programs.
Beyond its academic focus, the school is well-regarded for fostering a strong sense of community and school spirit. DEHMS encourages students to participate in a variety of extracurricular activities, such as robotics clubs, academic competitions, and various athletic programs, all of which aim to develop well-rounded individuals. By focusing on both intellectual growth and character development, Don Estridge High Tech Middle School strives to provide a supportive and innovative atmosphere that transitions middle schoolers effectively into high-performing high school programs.
1,268
Total Students
69.5
Full-Time Teachers
18.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
19.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 620 |
| Hispanic | 260 |
| Black | 213 |
| Asian | 115 |
| Two or More | 57 |
| American Indian | 2 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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White620 (48.9 %)
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Hispanic260 (20.5 %)
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Black213 (16.8 %)
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Asian115 (9.1 %)
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Two or More57 (4.5 %)
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American Indian2 (0.2 %)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | PALM BEACH |
| Phone: | (561)989-7800 |
| Website: | http://deht.palmbeachschools.org |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 1,268 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 69.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 18.2 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 200 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 44 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
432
Grade 7
429
Grade 8
407
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 432 |
| Grade 7 | 429 |
| Grade 8 | 407 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 543 | 42.8% |
| Male | 725 | 57.2% |
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