Serving 694 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Freedom Shores 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 40% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower 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 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 694 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Freedom Shores Elementary School serves the eastern part of Boynton Beach, FL, covering an area of approximately 2.3 square miles, with typical drive times ranging from 5 to 10 minutes. The school is conveniently located within 1.6 miles of the average distance to the zone edge, extending up to 2.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Freedom Shores Elementary School's student population of 694 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
694 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Year Founded
1909
School Calendar
School Rankings
Freedom Shores 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 Freedom Shores Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#2460 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
49%
38%
Black
36%
21%
White
13%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Freedom Shores Elementary School's ranking?
Freedom Shores Elementary School is ranked #2460 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Freedom Shores Elementary School often compared to?
Freedom Shores Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Citrus Cove Elementary School, Starlight Cove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Freedom Shores Elementary School?
694 students attend Freedom Shores Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Freedom Shores Elementary School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are Black, 13% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Freedom Shores Elementary School?
Freedom Shores Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Freedom Shores Elementary School offer ?
Freedom Shores Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Freedom Shores Elementary School part of?
Freedom Shores Elementary School is part of Palm Beach School District.
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