Serving 839 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Banyan Creek 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 62% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 839 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Banyan Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Banyan Creek Elementary School's student population of 839 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
839 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Banyan Creek 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 Banyan Creek Elementary 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
#819 out of 3655 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
21%
36%
Black
38%
21%
White
34%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Banyan Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Banyan Creek Elementary School is ranked #819 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Banyan Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Banyan Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Morikami Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Banyan Creek Elementary School?
839 students attend Banyan Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Banyan Creek Elementary School students are Black, 34% of students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Banyan Creek Elementary School?
Banyan Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Banyan Creek Elementary School offer ?
Banyan Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Banyan Creek Elementary School part of?
Banyan Creek Elementary School is part of Palm Beach School District.
School Reviews
5 1/28/2012
A well run school where teachers and principal really like children and hold high standards of learning and conduct.
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