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Palm Beach Virtual Instruction Program

Public, Virtual, Alternative Grades K-12

700^th

SchoolDigger Rank ?

of 838 Florida Alternative Schools

Better than 16% of Florida alternative schools

Summary

Palm Beach Virtual Instruction Program is a small, K-12 virtual school in Palm Beach Gardens, FL, serving just 103 students within the Palm Beach district, and it stands out for its incredibly low student-to-teacher ratio of 1.4:1 and a 0% chronic absenteeism rate—a stark contrast to nearby alternative schools like Bodwell Academy (70.8% absenteeism) and Indian Ridge School (55.9% absenteeism).

This virtual program is highly efficient, spending only $2,487 per student, which is dramatically less than the $130,279 per student at Indian Ridge School or the $47,799 at The Learning Academy At The Els Center Of Excellence. However, its graduation rates have been extremely volatile, swinging from 7.1% to 100% in recent years, likely due to a very small senior class. Interestingly, the school shares an address with the Palm Beach Virtual Franchise, which has higher spending ($13,387 per student) and consistently high test scores, suggesting the Franchise may offer a more structured virtual experience for students seeking a rigorous curriculum.

Academically, the program shows a clear split: elementary students excel, with 4th graders scoring 80% proficient in ELA (well above the district's 56%), but by 10th grade, proficiency drops to 42% (below the district's 59%). This pattern suggests the virtual model provides a strong foundation for younger learners but may struggle to support older students through high school demands. Overall, PBVIP is a low-cost, highly engaging option for families seeking flexibility, but its inconsistent high school outcomes mean parents should carefully consider whether it meets their child's long-term academic needs.

103

Students ?

1.4

Student/teacher ratio ?

$2,487

Per pupil spending ?

3.9%

Free/discounted lunch ?

9482 MacArthur Blvd
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33403

(561) 881-4769

District: Palm Beach

Racial breakdown:

White:

31.1%

Hispanic:

31.1%

African American:

28.2%

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At a glance

▲ Ranking trend: Rebounding — 7th percentile in 2024 → 16th in 2026

Strengths

✓Ranking is rebounding — up to 16th (2026) from a 7th-percentile low (2024)

✓Small classes — about 1 students per teacher

Worth a look

!Test scores below the Florida average (35% vs 64% meeting standards)

!In the lower quartile statewide (16th percentile)

!Graduation rate below the Florida average (8% vs 92%)

Students meeting standards (2025-2026) ?

This school35%

District avg66%

Florida avg64%

700^th of 838

Florida public high schools ?

Bottom 16%▼ down 54 pts since 2022

From top 30% (2022) to bottom 16% (2026)

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★★★★★

SchoolDigger rating ?

3^rd 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)

Elementary school ranking

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All Students

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Florida percentile	Rating
2025	69.4	655 of 2258	71.0%	★★★★☆
2024	51.5	1052 of 2256	53.4%	★★★☆☆
2023	54.2	988 of 2240	55.9%	★★★☆☆
2022	57.0	916 of 2219	58.7%	★★★☆☆
2021	70.5	635 of 2247	71.7%	★★★★☆
2013	51.5	971 of 2029	52.1%	★★★☆☆
2012	31.2	1413 of 1984	28.8%	★☆☆☆☆
2011	77.2	402 of 1985	79.7%	★★★★☆

High school ranking

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All Students

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Florida percentile	Rating
2026	11.1	700 of 838	16.5%	★☆☆☆☆
2025	32.5	559 of 844	33.8%	★★☆☆☆
2024	3.4	748 of 807	7.3%	☆☆☆☆☆
2023	57.9	217 of 792	72.6%	★★★★☆
2022	54.8	230 of 774	70.3%	★★★★☆

By subject vs Florida (2025-2026) ?

Biology 145%-29 vs state

Geometry31%-25 vs state

Algebra 130%-33 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	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
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)
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)
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)
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
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
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)
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
The Learning Academy At The Els Center Of Excellence	Public, Charter, Alternative	PK, KG-12	18370 Limestone Creek Rd	Jupiter	33458	Palm Beach County	Palm Beach	Yes	No	No	No	(561) 296-1776	161	38	4.2		100 (62.1%)	9 (5.6%)	34 (21.1%)	10 (6.2%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (1.2%)	6 (3.7%)								(n/a)										20.0			$47,799	$3,660	$44,139

Frequently Asked Questions about Palm Beach Virtual Instruction Program

What district is Palm Beach Virtual Instruction Program in?

Palm Beach

How many students attend Palm Beach Virtual Instruction Program?

In the 2024-25 school year, 103 students attended Palm Beach Virtual Instruction Program.

What is the racial makeup of Palm Beach Virtual Instruction Program?

Students at Palm Beach Virtual Instruction Program are 31% White, 31% Hispanic, 28% African American, 4% Asian, 4% Two or more races, 2% Pacific Islander.

Is Palm Beach Virtual Instruction Program a good school?

Palm Beach Virtual Instruction Program ranks in the bottom 16.5% of Florida alternative schools.

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