West Boca Raton Community High School is a magnet high school in Boca Raton, Florida, United States. It was established in 2004 and is part of the School District of Palm Beach County. The school primarily serves students from the western unincorporated part of Boca Raton known as West Boca Raton.
Serving 2,290 students in grades 9-12, West Boca Raton High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,290 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Boca Raton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
West Boca Raton High School's student population of 2,290 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 119 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,290 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
119 teachers
Year Founded
2004
Colors
White, Navy Blue, Tan
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Educate. Affirm. Inspire.
School Rankings
West Boca Raton High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Boca Raton High School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#870 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
38%
37%
Black
8%
21%
White
46%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bull
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Boca Raton High School's ranking?
West Boca Raton High School is ranked #870 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are West Boca Raton High School often compared to?
West Boca Raton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spanish River Community High School, Boca Raton Community High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Boca Raton High School?
The graduation rate of West Boca Raton High School is 99%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend West Boca Raton High School?
2,290 students attend West Boca Raton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of West Boca Raton High School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Boca Raton High School?
West Boca Raton High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Boca Raton High School offer ?
West Boca Raton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Boca Raton High School part of?
West Boca Raton High School is part of Palm Beach School District.
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