Serving 752 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Grassy Waters Elementary School ranks in the top 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 47% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is equal to 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 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 752 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grassy Waters Elementary School's student population of 752 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
752 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
1909
School Calendar
School Rankings
Grassy Waters Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grassy Waters 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
#1784 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
21%
37%
Black
61%
21%
White
10%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grassy Waters Elementary School's ranking?
Grassy Waters Elementary School is ranked #1784 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Grassy Waters Elementary School often compared to?
Grassy Waters Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Royal Palm Beach Elementary School, H. L. Johnson Elementary School, Egret Lake Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Grassy Waters Elementary School?
752 students attend Grassy Waters Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Grassy Waters Elementary School students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grassy Waters Elementary School?
Grassy Waters Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Grassy Waters Elementary School offer ?
Grassy Waters Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Grassy Waters Elementary School part of?
Grassy Waters Elementary School is part of Palm Beach School District.
In what neighborhood is Grassy Waters Elementary School located?
Grassy Waters Elementary School is located in the Water Catchment Area neighborhood of West Palm Beach, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in Water Catchment Area.
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