Serving 785 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Crystal Lakes 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 61% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% 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: 785 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Crystal Lakes Elementary School serves the eastern part of Boynton Beach, FL, covering an area of approximately 7.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 1.6 miles to the attendance zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crystal Lakes Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Crystal Lakes Elementary School's student population of 785 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
785 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1991
School Calendar
School Motto
Educate. Affirm. Inspire.
School Rankings
Crystal Lakes 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 Crystal Lakes Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#761 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
26%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
19%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
43%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue & Gray
School Mascot
Bobcat
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crystal Lakes Elementary School's ranking?
Crystal Lakes Elementary School is ranked #761 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Crystal Lakes Elementary School often compared to?
Crystal Lakes 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?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Crystal Lakes Elementary School?
785 students attend Crystal Lakes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Crystal Lakes Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crystal Lakes Elementary School?
Crystal Lakes Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Crystal Lakes Elementary School offer ?
Crystal Lakes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Crystal Lakes Elementary School part of?
Crystal Lakes Elementary School is part of Palm Beach School District.
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