Serving 1,076 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Berkshire 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 43% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower 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 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,076 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Berkshire Elementary School's student population of 1,076 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,076 students
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Year Founded
1909
School Motto
Your Best Choice
School Rankings
Berkshire 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 Berkshire Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#2095 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
77%
38%
Black
8%
21%
White
13%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.9%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
42%
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 Berkshire Elementary School's ranking?
Berkshire Elementary School is ranked #2095 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Berkshire Elementary School often compared to?
Berkshire Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Meadow Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Berkshire Elementary School?
1,076 students attend Berkshire Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Berkshire Elementary School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Berkshire Elementary School?
Berkshire Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Berkshire Elementary School offer ?
Berkshire Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Berkshire Elementary School part of?
Berkshire Elementary School is part of Palm Beach School District.
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