Serving 818 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Everglades 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 68% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 818 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Everglades Elementary serves the eastern part of West Palm Beach, FL, covering an area of approximately 5.1 square miles. Families typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Everglades Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Everglades Elementary School's student population of 818 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
818 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1909
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Everglades 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 Everglades Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#579 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
29%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Black
26%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
White
33%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.5%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Carolina Blue & Navy Blue
School Mascot
Panther
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Everglades Elementary School's ranking?
Everglades Elementary School is ranked #579 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Everglades Elementary School often compared to?
Everglades Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Equestrian Trails Elementary School, Binks Forest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Everglades Elementary School?
818 students attend Everglades Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Everglades Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Everglades Elementary School?
Everglades Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Everglades Elementary School offer ?
Everglades Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Everglades Elementary School part of?
Everglades Elementary School is part of Palm Beach School District.
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