WATSON B. DUNCAN MIDDLE SCHOOL
1,042 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Watson B. Duncan Middle School, located in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, is a public middle school serving students in grades 6 through 8. As part of the School District of Palm Beach County, the school is dedicated to fostering a rigorous academic environment that encourages intellectual curiosity and personal growth. The campus offers a comprehensive curriculum, providing students with a blend of core subjects—such as mathematics, science, language arts, and social studies—alongside a variety of elective options designed to enrich the student experience and prepare them for success in high school and beyond.
Beyond its academic program, Watson B. Duncan Middle School emphasizes the development of the "whole child" through extracurricular activities, sports, and social-emotional learning initiatives. The school strives to maintain a supportive community atmosphere where students are encouraged to engage in school spirit, clubs, and service-oriented projects. By focusing on both high academic standards and student character development, the school aims to cultivate a safe and collaborative environment that empowers its students to become responsible, well-rounded members of their community.
Beyond its academic program, Watson B. Duncan Middle School emphasizes the development of the "whole child" through extracurricular activities, sports, and social-emotional learning initiatives. The school strives to maintain a supportive community atmosphere where students are encouraged to engage in school spirit, clubs, and service-oriented projects. By focusing on both high academic standards and student character development, the school aims to cultivate a safe and collaborative environment that empowers its students to become responsible, well-rounded members of their community.
1,042
Total Students
65.9
Full-Time Teachers
15.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
39.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 419 |
| Hispanic | 252 |
| Black | 263 |
| Asian | 59 |
| Two or More | 45 |
| American Indian | 4 |
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White419 (40.2%)
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Black263 (25.2%)
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Hispanic252 (24.2%)
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Asian59 (5.7%)
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Two or More45 (4.3%)
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American Indian4 (0.4%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | PALM BEACH |
| Phone: | (561)776-3500 |
| Website: | http://wbdm.palmbeachschools.org |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 1,042 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 65.9 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 15.8 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 340 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 66 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
310
Grade 7
324
Grade 8
408
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 310 |
| Grade 7 | 324 |
| Grade 8 | 408 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 428 | 41.1% |
| Male | 614 | 58.9% |
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