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Howell L. Watkins Middle School

9480 Macarthur Blvd, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33403, United States

+1 (561) 776-3600

http://hlwm.palmbeachschools.org

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Howell L. Watkins Middle School Overview

About This School

Howell L. Watkins Middle School is a public middle in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, serving 705 students in grades Grade 6-8. The school maintains a staff of 43 teachers with an average salary of $53,413 and a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. Support services include a counselor-to-student ratio of 176:1. The student body is composed of 53% male and 47% female students. In terms of ethnicity, the population includes 70% Black, 19% Hispanic, 8% White, 2% Two or More Races, and 1% Asian students.

705

Total Students

Grade 6-8

16:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

43 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts0%

Mathematics0%

Science0%

School Information

School Type

public

Grade Levels

Grade 6-8

County

Palm Beach County

Students per Counselor

176:1

Howell L. Watkins Middle School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

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Class Information

16:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

City Avg: 14.2:1

State Avg: 18.6:1

176

Students per Counselor

Howell L. Watkins Middle School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers

Average Teacher Salary

$53,413

City Avg: $53,413

State Avg: $53,941

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio16:1

Students per Counselor176:1

Howell L. Watkins Middle School Student Demographics

Student Body

53.05%

Male

46.95%

Female

Total Enrollment: 705 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White7.66%

Hispanic18.58%

Asian0.99%

Black70.07%

Two or More Races1.56%

Native American0.85%

Howell L. Watkins Middle School Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Howell L. Watkins Middle School

Q: What is Howell L. Watkins Middle School?

A: Howell L. Watkins Middle School is a middle public located in Palm Beach Gardens.

Q: How many students attend Howell L. Watkins Middle School?

A: Howell L. Watkins Middle School has approximately 705 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Howell L. Watkins Middle School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Howell L. Watkins Middle School is 16:1.

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Detailed Information about Howell L. Watkins Middle School

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: May 2026. See methodology →

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About Howell L. Watkins Middle School - Palm Beach Gardens, FL

Quick Facts about Howell L. Watkins Middle School
School Name	Howell L. Watkins Middle School
School Type	public
Grade Levels	Grade 6-8
Location	9480 Macarthur Blvd, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33403, Palm Beach Gardens, FL
County	Palm Beach County
Phone	+1 (561) 776-3600
Total Students	705
Student-Teacher Ratio	16:1
Full-Time Teachers	43
Rating	/10
ELA Proficiency	%
Math Proficiency	%
Science Proficiency	%

Frequently Asked Questions about Howell L. Watkins Middle School

What is Howell L. Watkins Middle School?

Howell L. Watkins Middle School is a middle public located in Palm Beach Gardens.

How many students attend Howell L. Watkins Middle School?

Howell L. Watkins Middle School has approximately 705 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Howell L. Watkins Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Howell L. Watkins Middle School is 16:1.

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