Serving 875 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 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (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 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 875 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Banyan Creek Elementary School serves the southeast part of Delray Beach, FL, covering an area of approximately 3.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.5 miles from the school.
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Banyan Creek Elementary School's student population of 875 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
875 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1988
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Motto
Educate. Affirm. Inspire.
School Rankings
Banyan Creek Elementary 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 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
#904 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
41%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
32%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Royal Blue & White
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 #904 out of 3,662 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?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Banyan Creek Elementary School?
875 students attend Banyan Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Banyan Creek Elementary School students are Black, 32% of students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 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 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Banyan Creek Elementary School offer ?
Banyan Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Banyan Creek Elementary School part of?
Banyan Creek Elementary School is part of Palm Beach School District.
School Reviews
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