Serving 917 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hammock Pointe Elementary 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 61% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 917 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hammock Pointe Elementary School's student population of 917 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
917 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hammock Pointe Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hammock Pointe Elementary School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#878 out of 3655 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
41%
36%
Black
9%
21%
White
43%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hammock Pointe Elementary School's ranking?
Hammock Pointe Elementary School is ranked #878 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Hammock Pointe Elementary School often compared to?
Hammock Pointe Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Del Prado Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Hammock Pointe Elementary School?
917 students attend Hammock Pointe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Hammock Pointe Elementary School students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hammock Pointe Elementary School?
Hammock Pointe Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Hammock Pointe Elementary School offer ?
Hammock Pointe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Hammock Pointe Elementary School part of?
Hammock Pointe Elementary School is part of Palm Beach School District.
School Reviews
5 7/24/2014
hammock pointe elm was the best school i ever went to.I started going to school here in third grade and noticed a difference from this school and other schools hammock pointe has way nicer staff respectful but strict when needed which is good because i learned ALOT i recently i graduated 5th grade and i will never forget the good times here so if your a parent looking for a good school for your child pick HAMMOCK POINTE PS for 5th grade i recommend MR.BURRAGE and don't forget o talk to after school talk to Joanne Rispo,Jane walters, bonnie welch and vote for joanne rispo for next after school director !!!!!!
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