Serving 704 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Del Prado Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 75% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (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 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 704 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Del Prado Elementary School serves the southeast part of Boca Raton, FL, encompassing an area of approximately 4.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school in about 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 1.5 miles to the nearest boundary and a maximum distance of 2.1 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Del Prado 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
Del Prado Elementary School's student population of 704 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
704 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
'Educate. Affirm. Inspire.'
School Rankings
Del Prado Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Del Prado Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#349 out of 3662 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
28%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
58%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Del Prado Elementary School's ranking?
Del Prado Elementary School is ranked #349 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Del Prado Elementary School often compared to?
Del Prado Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Verde K-8, Calusa Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Del Prado Elementary School?
704 students attend Del Prado Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Del Prado Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Del Prado Elementary School?
Del Prado Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Del Prado Elementary School offer ?
Del Prado Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Del Prado Elementary School part of?
Del Prado Elementary School is part of Palm Beach School District.
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