Serving 1,137 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Citrus Cove Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 55% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (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 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,137 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Citrus Cove Elementary School serves the eastern part of Boynton Beach, FL, covering an area of approximately 1.8 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest distance to the zone's edge being 1.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Citrus Cove Elementary School's student population of 1,137 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,137 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
School Calendar
School Motto
Educate. Affirm. Inspire.
School Rankings
Citrus Cove Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Citrus Cove Elementary School is 0.72, which is more 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
#1168 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
34%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
32%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
26%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Citrus Cove Elementary School's ranking?
Citrus Cove Elementary School is ranked #1168 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Citrus Cove Elementary School often compared to?
Citrus Cove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Freedom Shores Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Citrus Cove Elementary School?
1,137 students attend Citrus Cove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Citrus Cove Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 26% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Citrus Cove Elementary School?
Citrus Cove Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Citrus Cove Elementary School offer ?
Citrus Cove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Citrus Cove Elementary School part of?
Citrus Cove Elementary School is part of Palm Beach School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Academically sound school but they have done from a Parent Friendly atmosphere a couple years ago to a ANTI Parent atmosphere this year. They have implemented a new Afternoon pick up program that is a total nightmare and they decided to do this without any parent input or involvement. As a parent I am very upset. I have to deal with the extra time, extra stress and danger this new pick up procedure puts me in. The additional time waiting for me to be able to pick up my son also stresses my son out. I used to have to arrive at school about a half hour early and would park and walk to greet and hug my child when he came out and today that wait is an hour at least. We are forced to sit in idling cars, many on the main road (Lawrence) for over an hour. This is not time or cost efficient. Wonder if the school board wants to chip in for all the additional fuel we are using for this additional wait time for their idiotic new procedure Wait till some of the parents start taking the board to court over this as well as the thru traffic lane at school becoming (more parking and waiting in line) and being totally blocked. This can't be legal!
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