Best 33418 Florida Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 2,005 students in 33418, FL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 33418, FL are Watson B. Duncan Middle School and Franklin Academy- Palm Beach Gardens. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 33418 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Florida public middle school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 33418, FL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is equal to the Florida public middle school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).

Best 33418, FL Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Watson B. Duncan Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
5150 117th Ct N
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418
(561) 776-3500
Gr: 6-8 | 1,042 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #22.
Franklin Academy- Palm Beach Gardens
Charter School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
5651 Hood Rd
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418
(561) 348-2525
Gr: K-8 | 963 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 73%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 33418, FL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 33418, FL include Watson B. Duncan Middle School and Franklin Academy- Palm Beach Gardens.
How many public middle schools are located in 33418?
2 public middle schools are located in 33418.
What is the racial composition of students in 33418?
33418 public middle schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is equal to the Florida public middle schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).

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