Serving 547 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Egret Lake 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 38% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (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 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 547 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: EGRET LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL serves the eastern part of West Palm Beach, FL, covering an area of approximately 5.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive to the school of about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located up to 3.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Egret Lake Elementary School's student population of 547 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
547 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1995
School Calendar
School Motto
Educate. Affirm. Inspire.
School Rankings
Egret Lake 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 Egret Lake 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
#2654 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
34%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
55%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
6%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-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
Purple & Teal
School Mascot
Egret
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Egret Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Egret Lake Elementary School is ranked #2654 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Egret Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Egret Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grassy Waters Elementary School, Seminole Trails Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Egret Lake Elementary School?
547 students attend Egret Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Egret Lake Elementary School students are Black, 34% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Egret Lake Elementary School?
Egret Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Egret Lake Elementary School offer ?
Egret Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Egret Lake Elementary School part of?
Egret Lake Elementary School is part of Palm Beach School District.
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