For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 990 students in 33404, FL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 33404, FL are Bodwell Academy, John F. Kennedy Middle School and Riviera Beach Preparatory & Achievement Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 33404 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Florida public middle school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 33404, FL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public middle school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33404, FL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bodwell Academy
Special Education School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1201 Australian Ave
West Palm Beach, FL 33404
(561) 842-3213
West Palm Beach, FL 33404
(561) 842-3213
Gr: PK-12 | 49 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #22.
John F. Kennedy Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1901 Avenue S
West Palm Beach, FL 33404
(561) 845-4500
West Palm Beach, FL 33404
(561) 845-4500
Gr: 6-8 | 821 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #33.
Riviera Beach Preparatory & Achievement Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7071 Garden Rd
West Palm Beach, FL 33404
(561) 881-4740
West Palm Beach, FL 33404
(561) 881-4740
Gr: 5-12 | 120 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 33404, FL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 33404, FL include Bodwell Academy, John F. Kennedy Middle School and Riviera Beach Preparatory & Achievement Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 33404?
3 public middle schools are located in 33404.
What is the racial composition of students in 33404?
33404 public middle schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public middle schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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