Dr. Joaquín García High School is a public high school located in Lake Worth, Florida, United States.
Dr. Joaquin Garcia High School serves 2,541 students in grades 9-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,541 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dr. Joaquin Garcia High School's student population of 2,541 students has grown by 49% over five school years.
The teacher population of 117 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,541 students
Total Classroom Teachers
117 teachers
Year Founded
2023
Colors
White, Navy Blue, Blue
School Rankings
The diversity score of Dr. Joaquin Garcia High School is 0.67, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
48%
38%
Black
20%
21%
White
26%
34%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Dr. Joaquin Garcia High School?
2,541 students attend Dr. Joaquin Garcia High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Dr. Joaquin Garcia High School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 20% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr. Joaquin Garcia High School?
Dr. Joaquin Garcia High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dr. Joaquin Garcia High School offer ?
Dr. Joaquin Garcia High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Dr. Joaquin Garcia High School part of?
Dr. Joaquin Garcia High School is part of Palm Beach School District.
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