HIGHRIDGE FAMILY CENTER

HIGHRIDGE FAMILY CENTER is a Title I public school that is part of the PALM BEACH school district, located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL with about 32 students offering grade levels from 3rd Grade to 12th Grade. 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 6 teachers, HIGHRIDGE FAMILY CENTER has a student/teacher ratio of about 5:1. 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.

The HIGHRIDGE FAMILY CENTER, located in West Palm Beach, Florida, serves as a specialized therapeutic facility within the Palm Beach County School District. Unlike a traditional academic campus, the center focuses primarily on providing intensive counseling and behavioral support services for students and their families. Its mission is to address the social, emotional, and behavioral challenges that may be hindering a student's success in a mainstream educational environment.

The facility operates on a model that emphasizes family-centered intervention, recognizing that a student's progress is often deeply tied to their home and community support systems. Through a combination of individual therapy, group counseling, and family sessions, Highridge works to help students develop the coping strategies and social skills necessary to return to their regular schools with improved academic and behavioral outcomes. By fostering a supportive and structured environment, the center acts as a vital resource for addressing the complex needs of at-risk youth within the district.

For more information, contact HIGHRIDGE FAMILY CENTER at (561) 494-0015 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.