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Highridge Family Center

Public, Alternative Grades 3-12

1136^th

SchoolDigger Rank ?

of 1,216 Florida Alternative Schools

Better than 7% of Florida alternative schools

Summary

Highridge Family Center in West Palm Beach, FL, is a small alternative school within the Palm Beach district, serving just 18 students in grades 3 through 12 with a highly individualized learning environment.

This school stands out for its exceptionally low student-to-teacher ratio of 3.6:1, meaning your child would receive intensive, personalized attention. It also has the lowest chronic absenteeism rate (15.5%) among non-virtual alternative schools in the area, far better than nearby Bodwell Academy (70.8%) or Indian Ridge School (55.9%), which suggests a stable and supportive environment that keeps students coming to school. However, academic proficiency rates are below district averages in most subjects, though Civics is a relative strength with 60% of students proficient. The school spends a significant $37,650 per student—nearly three times more than the Palm Beach Virtual Franchise—reflecting the high level of resources dedicated to each child.

Highridge is not a detention center or a virtual program; it likely serves students with specific, high-need challenges, such as those in a residential treatment program. The recent jump in free/reduced lunch eligibility from 18% to 72% indicates a shift toward serving a more economically disadvantaged population. While academic results are still developing, the school’s strong attendance and low class sizes show a commitment to engagement and stability, making it a unique option for families seeking a highly supportive alternative setting.

Students ?

3.6

Student/teacher ratio ?

72.2%

Free/discounted lunch ?

4400 N Australian Ave
West Palm Beach, FL 33407

(561) 494-0015

District: Palm Beach

Racial breakdown:

African American:

38.9%

Hispanic:

33.3%

White:

22.2%

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At a glance

▲ Ranking trend: Rebounding — 2nd percentile in 2016 → 7th in 2026

Strengths

✓Ranking is rebounding — up to 7th (2026) from a 2nd-percentile low (2016)

✓Small classes — about 4 students per teacher

Worth a look

!Test scores below the Florida average (29% vs 63% meeting standards)

!In the lower quartile statewide (7th percentile)

!Math scores 39 pts below the Florida average

Students meeting standards (2025-2026) ?

This school29%

District avg66%

Florida avg63%

1,136^th of 1,216

Florida public middle schools ?

Bottom 7%▲ up 5 pts since 2016

From bottom 2% (2016) to bottom 7% (2026)

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★★★★★

SchoolDigger rating ?

4^th of 6Alternative Schools in the Palm Beach

33^rd of 70Palm Beach among Florida districts

Statewide rank percentile over time (100 = the top-ranked school in the state; click a legend item to add a student group)

Middle school ranking

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All Students

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Florida percentile	Rating
2026	7.2	1136 of 1216	6.6%	☆☆☆☆☆
2016	2.6	979 of 997	1.8%	☆☆☆☆☆
2014	25.6	772 of 999	22.7%	★☆☆☆☆
2013	7.8	869 of 956	9.1%	☆☆☆☆☆
2012	18.6	739 of 897	17.6%	★☆☆☆☆
2011	19.0	733 of 891	17.7%	★☆☆☆☆
2010	27.2	640 of 839	23.7%	★☆☆☆☆
2009	13.1	671 of 780	14.0%	★☆☆☆☆
2008	8.5	671 of 740	9.3%	☆☆☆☆☆
2007	23.9	583 of 736	20.8%	★☆☆☆☆
2006	10.7	592 of 675	12.3%	★☆☆☆☆
2005	18.1	516 of 602	14.3%	★☆☆☆☆
2004	20.0	498 of 593	16.0%	★☆☆☆☆

High school ranking

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All Students

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Florida percentile	Rating
2023	15.9	636 of 792	19.7%	★☆☆☆☆
2018	4.1	651 of 716	9.1%	☆☆☆☆☆
2013	37.1	404 of 648	37.7%	★★☆☆☆
2009	14.8	489 of 587	16.7%	★☆☆☆☆
2008	50.9	301 of 577	47.8%	★★☆☆☆

By subject vs Florida (2025-2026) ?

Civics60%-17 vs state

English Language Arts28%-34 vs state

Math20%-39 vs state

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking ()				Ranking ()				FAST English Language Arts (2026)				FAST Math (2026)			EOC Algebra 1 (2026)	EOC Geometry (2026)	EOC Biology 1 (2026)	EOC US History (2026)	EOC Civics (2026)	Per Pupil Expenditures (2025)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients (2025)	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score ()	Statewide Rank ()	State Percentile ()	SchoolDigger Rating ()	Average Standard Score ()	Statewide Rank ()	State Percentile ()	Rank Change from Previous Year	FAST English Language Arts 6th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 7th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 9th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 10th Grade	FAST Math 6th Grade	FAST Math 7th Grade	FAST Math 8th Grade	EOC Algebra 1 End of Course	EOC Geometry End of Course	EOC Biology 1 End of Course	EOC US History End of Course	EOC Civics End of Course	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Highridge Family Center	Public, Alternative	3-12	4400 N Australian Ave	West Palm Beach	33407	Palm Beach County	Palm Beach	No	No	No	No	(561) 494-0015	18	5	3.6		4 (22.2%)	7 (38.9%)	6 (33.3%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (5.6%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)								(n/a)	40.0	18.0			20.0	30.0	10.0					60.0
Palm Beach Regional Detention Center	Public, Alternative	4-12	1100 45th St Ste A	West Palm Beach	33407	Palm Beach County	Palm Beach	No	No	No	Yes	(561) 357-5930	51	4	12.7	37.3%	10 (19.6%)	32 (62.7%)	8 (15.7%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (2.0%)								(n/a)													$20,415	$235	$20,180
Alternative Program Central	Public, Alternative	4-12	1041 45th St	West Palm Beach	33407	Palm Beach County	Palm Beach	No	No	No	No	(561) 681-5908	12	1	12.0	33.3%	2 (16.7%)	3 (25.0%)	6 (50.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (8.3%)								(n/a)
Bodwell Academy	Public, Charter, Alternative	PK, KG-12	1201 Australian Ave	Riviera Beach	33404	Palm Beach County	Palm Beach	Yes	No	No	Yes	(561) 842-3213	49	5	9.8	53.1%	15 (30.6%)	14 (28.6%)	16 (32.7%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	4 (8.2%)								(n/a)
Ese Hospital Homebound Instructional Services	Public, Alternative	PK, KG-12	1800 Osceola Dr	West Palm Beach	33409	Palm Beach County	Palm Beach	No	No	No	No	(561) 366-6131	0	0			0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()								(n/a)
Palm Beach Virtual Franchise	Public, Virtual, Alternative	K-12	9482 MacArthur Blvd	Palm Beach Gardens	33403	Palm Beach County	Palm Beach	No	No	Yes	No	(561) 881-4769	78	10	7.8	17.9%	46 (59.0%)	7 (9.0%)	13 (16.7%)	5 (6.4%)	2 (2.6%)	0 (0.0%)	5 (6.4%)								(n/a)			100.0	100.0					82.0	90.0	92.0		$13,387	$46	$13,340
Palm Beach Virtual Instruction Program	Public, Virtual, Alternative	K-12	9482 MacArthur Blvd	Palm Beach Gardens	33403	Palm Beach County	Palm Beach	No	No	Yes	No	(561) 881-4769	103	71	1.4	3.9%	32 (31.1%)	29 (28.2%)	32 (31.1%)	4 (3.9%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (1.9%)	4 (3.9%)								(n/a)								30.0	31.0	45.0			$2,487	$07	$2,481
Palm Beach Virtual Instruction (Course Offerings)	Public, Virtual, Alternative	K-12	9482 MacArthur Blvd	Palm Beach Gardens	33403	Palm Beach County	Palm Beach	No	No	Yes	No	(561) 881-4760	0	0			0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()								(n/a)
Indian Ridge School	Public, Alternative	K-12	1955 Golden Lakes Blvd	West Palm Beach	33411	Palm Beach County	Palm Beach	No	No	No	Yes	(561) 681-0005	73	26	2.8	69.9%	15 (20.5%)	43 (58.9%)	10 (13.7%)	3 (4.1%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (2.7%)								(n/a)	40.0		40.0		20.0			19.0	10.0	50.0			$130,279	$25,172	$105,107
Royal Palm School	Public, Alternative	PK, KG-12	6650 Lawrence Rd	Lantana	33462	Palm Beach County	Palm Beach	No	No	No	Yes	(561) 357-1900	286	48	5.9	59.4%	42 (14.7%)	121 (42.3%)	108 (37.8%)	5 (1.7%)	3 (1.0%)	0 (0.0%)	7 (2.4%)								(n/a)													$49,511	$5,213	$44,297

Frequently Asked Questions about Highridge Family Center

What district is Highridge Family Center in?

Palm Beach

How many students attend Highridge Family Center?

In the 2024-25 school year, 18 students attended Highridge Family Center.

What is the racial makeup of Highridge Family Center?

Students at Highridge Family Center are 39% African American, 33% Hispanic, 22% White, 6% American Indian.

Is Highridge Family Center a good school?

Highridge Family Center ranks in the bottom 6.6% of Florida alternative schools.

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2024–25 attendance dataAug 18, 2026

2025–26 EOC, FAST & Statewide Science test scoresJun 26, 2026

2024–25 school spending dataMar 20, 2026

2024–25 graduation ratesJan 13, 2026

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