For the 2025-26 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 1,629 students in 33403, FL (there are , serving 169 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 33403, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 33403, FL are Palm Beach Virtual Franchise, Palm Beach Virtual Instruction Program and Gardens School Of Technology Arts Inc. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 33403 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Florida public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 33403, FL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33403, FL Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Palm Beach Virtual Franchise
(Math: ≥90% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
9482 Macarthur Blvd
West Palm Beach, FL 33403
(561) 881-4769
West Palm Beach, FL 33403
(561) 881-4769
Gr: K-12 | 83 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #22.
Palm Beach Virtual Instruction Program
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9482 Macarthur Blvd
West Palm Beach, FL 33403
(561) 881-4769
West Palm Beach, FL 33403
(561) 881-4769
Gr: K-12 | 91 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #33.
Gardens School Of Technology Arts Inc
Charter School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9153 Roan Ln
West Palm Beach, FL 33403
(561) 290-7661
West Palm Beach, FL 33403
(561) 290-7661
Gr: K-8 | 329 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #44.
Lake Park Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
410 3rd St
West Palm Beach, FL 33403
(561) 494-1300
West Palm Beach, FL 33403
(561) 494-1300
Gr: PK-5 | 406 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #55.
Howell L. Watkins Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
9480 Macarthur Blvd
West Palm Beach, FL 33403
(561) 776-3600
West Palm Beach, FL 33403
(561) 776-3600
Gr: 6-8 | 720 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
9482 Macarthur Blvd
West Palm Beach, FL 33403
(561) 881-4760
West Palm Beach, FL 33403
(561) 881-4760
Gr: K-12
33403, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
9482 Macarthur Blvd
West Palm Beach, FL 33403
(561) 625-6918
West Palm Beach, FL 33403
(561) 625-6918
Gr: K-5 | 66 students Minority enrollment: 74%
901 Northpoint Pkwy
West Palm Beach, FL 33403
(561) 844-2173
West Palm Beach, FL 33403
(561) 844-2173
Gr: K-7 | 114 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
9482 Macarthur Blvd
West Palm Beach, FL 33403
(561) 881-4760
West Palm Beach, FL 33403
(561) 881-4760
Gr: 6-12
9482 Mac Arthur Blvd.,
West Palm Beach, FL 33403
(561) 366-6161
West Palm Beach, FL 33403
(561) 366-6161
Gr: K-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 33403, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 33403, FL include Palm Beach Virtual Franchise, Palm Beach Virtual Instruction Program and Gardens School Of Technology Arts Inc.
How many public schools are located in 33403?
6 public schools are located in 33403.
What percentage of students in 33403 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 33403 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 33403?
33403 public schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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