Serving 956 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Golden Grove Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (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 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 956 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Golden Grove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Golden Grove Elementary School's student population of 956 students has grown by 49% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
956 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Year Founded
1909
School Calendar
Average Class Size
22 students
School Rankings
Golden Grove 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 Golden Grove Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#788 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
37%
38%
Black
17%
21%
White
38%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Gator
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Golden Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Golden Grove Elementary School is ranked #788 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Golden Grove Elementary School?
956 students attend Golden Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Golden Grove Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Golden Grove Elementary School?
Golden Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Golden Grove Elementary School offer ?
Golden Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Golden Grove Elementary School part of?
Golden Grove Elementary School is part of Palm Beach School District.
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