Serving 1,134 students in grades 6-8, Watson B. Duncan Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,134 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="overview">School Overview <麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="school-rankings">School Rankings
Watson B. Duncan Middle School's student population of 1,134 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,134 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Year Founded
1909
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. May 22, 2026
School Motto
Educate. Affirm. Inspire.
Watson B. Duncan Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Watson B. Duncan Middle School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#993 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
23%
37%
Black
20%
21%
White
46%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Watson B. Duncan Middle School's ranking?
Watson B. Duncan Middle School is ranked #993 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Watson B. Duncan Middle School often compared to?
Watson B. Duncan Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Independence Middle School, Jupiter Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Watson B. Duncan Middle School?
1,134 students attend Watson B. Duncan Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Watson B. Duncan Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Watson B. Duncan Middle School?
Watson B. Duncan Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Watson B. Duncan Middle School offer ?
Watson B. Duncan Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Watson B. Duncan Middle School part of?
Watson B. Duncan Middle School is part of Palm Beach School District.
School Reviews2 10/10/2025Academics are good and other activitys are good. But I do not recaomend this school this is the worst school ever because the bullys, every day i get bullyed and threatend and mugged.5 10/10/2025This was and awesome school. The teachers were very nice and KNEW how to teach. It had many different types of clubs and sports, and the buildings were livable.Review Watson B. Duncan Middle School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
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Academics are good and other activitys are good. But I do not recaomend this school this is the worst school ever because the bullys, every day i get bullyed and threatend and mugged.
This was and awesome school. The teachers were very nice and KNEW how to teach. It had many different types of clubs and sports, and the buildings were livable.
Review Watson B. Duncan Middle School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
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