Serving 978 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Coral Reef Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (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 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 978 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Coral Reef Elementary School serves the eastern part of Lake Worth, FL, covering an area of approximately 10.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Coral Reef Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Coral Reef Elementary School's student population of 978 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
978 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Calendar
School Motto
Educate. Affirm. Inspire.
School Rankings
Coral Reef Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Coral Reef Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#422 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Asian
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Hispanic
32%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Black
13%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
White
45%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-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 Coral Reef Elementary School's ranking?
Coral Reef Elementary School is ranked #422 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Coral Reef Elementary School often compared to?
Coral Reef Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Manatee Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Coral Reef Elementary School?
978 students attend Coral Reef Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Coral Reef Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Coral Reef Elementary School?
Coral Reef Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Coral Reef Elementary School offer ?
Coral Reef Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Coral Reef Elementary School part of?
Coral Reef Elementary School is part of Palm Beach School District.
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