Serving 430 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Benoist Farms Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 430 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Benoist Farms Elementary School serves the eastern part of West Palm Beach, FL, covering an area of approximately 8.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Benoist Farms Elementary School's student population of 430 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
430 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1909
School Calendar
School Motto
Educate. Affirm. Inspire.
School Rankings
Benoist Farms Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benoist Farms Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#3249 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
43%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
46%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
6%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue & Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benoist Farms Elementary School's ranking?
Benoist Farms Elementary School is ranked #3249 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Benoist Farms Elementary School often compared to?
Benoist Farms Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wynnebrook Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Benoist Farms Elementary School?
430 students attend Benoist Farms Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Benoist Farms Elementary School students are Black, 43% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benoist Farms Elementary School?
Benoist Farms Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Benoist Farms Elementary School offer ?
Benoist Farms Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Benoist Farms Elementary School part of?
Benoist Farms Elementary School is part of Palm Beach School District.
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