ALEXANDER W DREYFOOS JUNIOR SCHOOL OF THE ARTS

School Overview
Alexander W. Dreyfoos School of the Arts, located in West Palm Beach, Florida, is a nationally recognized public magnet school that serves students in grades 9 through 12. Renowned for its rigorous academic curriculum and specialized conservatory-style training, the school requires students to audition for acceptance into specific artistic tracks, including dance, music (band, vocal, piano, strings), theatre, visual arts, and digital media. By fostering an environment that balances high-level arts instruction with advanced college-preparatory academics, the school consistently earns top rankings and produces graduates who excel at prestigious universities and within the professional arts industry.

Beyond its artistic programming, the school serves as a cultural hub for the community, providing students with unique opportunities to engage with world-class faculty and industry professionals. The campus culture is defined by a deep commitment to creativity, inclusivity, and academic excellence, encouraging students to develop both their technical craft and their critical thinking skills. As a cornerstone of the Palm Beach County School District, Dreyfoos maintains a standard of distinction, consistently preparing its diverse student body to become the next generation of innovators, performers, and leaders in both the creative arts and beyond.
1,352
Total Students
72.5
Full-Time Teachers
18.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
15.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for ALEXANDER W DREYFOOS JUNIOR SCHOOL OF THE ARTS
Demographic Student Count
White621
Hispanic349
Black171
Asian138
Two or More71
American Indian2
  • White
    621 (45.9%)
  • Hispanic
    349 (25.8%)
  • Black
    171 (12.6%)
  • Asian
    138 (10.2%)
  • Two or More
    71 (5.3%)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.1%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: PALM BEACH
Phone: (561)802-6000
Website: http://dsoa.palmbeachschools.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,352
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 72.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 18.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 176
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 39
Grades Taught
Grade 9 320
Grade 10 359
Grade 11 345
Grade 12 328

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for ALEXANDER W DREYFOOS JUNIOR SCHOOL OF THE ARTS
Grade Student Count
Grade 9320
Grade 10359
Grade 11345
Grade 12328
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for ALEXANDER W DREYFOOS JUNIOR SCHOOL OF THE ARTS
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female95470.6%
Male39829.4%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)