Serving 281 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Palm Bay Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 281 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palm Bay Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Palm Bay Elementary School's student population of 281 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
281 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Palm Bay Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palm Bay Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#1263 out of 3655 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
13%
36%
Black
24%
21%
White
50%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palm Bay Elementary School's ranking?
Palm Bay Elementary School is ranked #1263 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Palm Bay Elementary School often compared to?
Palm Bay Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hiland Park Elementary School, Merriam Cherry Street Elementary School, University Sabl Inc by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Palm Bay Elementary School?
281 students attend Palm Bay Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Palm Bay Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palm Bay Elementary School?
Palm Bay Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Palm Bay Elementary School offer ?
Palm Bay Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Palm Bay Elementary School part of?
Palm Bay Elementary School is part of Bay School District.
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