For children who are gifted in music, dance, visual arts, theatre, communication arts, or digital media, Alexander W. Dreyfoos School of the Arts helps them pursue their dreams. This internationally acclaimed magnet school not only gives students a superior education in the arts, but in academics, as well. With a diverse student body of nearly 1,400 ninth- through twelfth-graders, Dreyfoos focuses on excellence, ranking near the top in the nation’s high schools, according to U.S. News Best High Schools®. In addition to an exceptional arts program, the Dreyfoos school offers a challenging curriculum, with the district’s largest offering of Advanced Placement and AICE courses. Dreyfoos students can also begin earning college credits with dual enrollment opportunities at Florida Atlantic University, Palm Beach State College, and the University of Florida Online. If arts and academics weren’t enough, Dreyfoos students also participate in service projects that give back to the community through performances and public art. The school also offers an impressive array of about eighty clubs to let students explore other interests. Kids who are selected to attend Alexander W. Dreyfoos School of the Arts have a rare opportunity to learn and grow as artists, academics, and citizens of the world.
Alexander W. Dreyfoos School of Arts
Public High School
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Grade 9-12
501 S Sapodilla Ave,
West Palm Beach, FL
Palm Beach County School District
School Details
Head of School
Dr. Susan Atherley
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Average SAT Score
1280
Average ACT Score
29
Math Proficiency
83%
Reading Proficiency
93%
Average GPA
3.69
Graduation Rate
99%
Niche Grade
A+
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A+
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B+
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C-
B-
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.69
Reading Proficiency
93%
Math Proficiency
83%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
83
Full Time Teachers
83
Teachers in First or Second Year
12%
College Prep
Average SAT
1280
Math
630
Verbal
660
Average ACT
29
Math
26
English
30
Reading
31
Science
28
Number of AP Courses
27
AP Pass Rate
72%
AP Math Enrollment
Very High
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Four-Year Matriculation Rate
89%
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low
GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
273:1
Student Diversity
Female
71.8%
Male
28.2%
White
47.4%
Hispanic
24.6%
Black
12.7%
Asian or Pacific Islander
9.9%
Two or more races
5.3%
Native American
<1%
School Rankings
#3
Best HS for the Arts in Florida
#3
Best Magnet HS in Florida
#5
Best Public HS in Florida
Specialty School Programs
AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Florida
802 Students
Florida State University
680 Students
University of Central Florida
500 Students
University of Miami
462 Students
New York University
336 Students
Florida Atlantic University
317 Students
University of South Florida
261 Students
Columbia University
164 Students
Florida International University
163 Students
University of North Florida
161 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business
212 Students
Psychology
180 Students
Biology
146 Students
Music Performance
108 Students
Political Science and Government
101 Students
Dance
97 Students
Film and Video Studies
93 Students
Communications
92 Students
Marketing
90 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
89 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
2/20/2025
It is a great school, unfortunately, due to the fact that it is an arts school, there is little funding for sports.
1/10/2025
dreyfoos was a excellent experience and they prepared me for my college experience. if you are looking to advance in the arts they get you ready for you college career
7/31/2024
There's so much "life" in our school. There are constant activities and learning opportunities, as well as diversity and academic excellence.
GreatSchools Reviews
11/19/2024
Dreyfoos School of the Arts is an amazing institution. It’s incredible to see how happy and engaged the students are, both academically and artistically. My child graduated last year and was able to attend Northwestern University. Most of his peers also gained admission to impressive schools. I have...
10/24/2024
Incredible school with amazing teachers and facilities. Colleges visit here often, and the students are always seen and heard here. There are high standards and expectations for all students. Teachers and staff believe that students are offered an ambitious and rigorous course of study. The school h...
12/12/2023
They keep modifying the audition guidelines up to this day considering Choice Applications are closed. Barely any AP courses offered at this high school and they proudly displayed the students' extremely low AP scores for SY22-23 during Open House. Seems like Dreyfoos is loosing its "magic".
10/23/2023
Where to begin for Visual Arts and Digital Media. First, you must be able to afford a tutor. One kid that won two animation awards at Bak, didn't use a tutor and did not even qualify in the Digital Media audition, likely because the 2/3 of audition was done off-campus. Tutors push the quality of sub...
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Alexander W. Dreyfoos School of Arts is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in West Palm Beach, FL and is served by the Palm Beach County School District in Florida. The school has a total enrollment of 1,380 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. Academic records show that 83% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 93% are proficient in reading. Alexander W. Dreyfoos School of Arts has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.69, the graduation rate is 99%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1280 and an ACT score of 29. The average home value in this area is $890,191. Discover additional schools in the area, like Forest Hill Community High School, Worthington High School, Florida Futures Academy North Campus, and more. Learn more about what West Palm Beach has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Alexander W. Dreyfoos School of Arts.