Serving 773 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Greenacres Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (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 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 773 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Greenacres Elementary School serves the eastern part of Lake Worth, FL, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. Families within this zone can typically reach the school within a 5 to 10-minute drive, with the furthest edge being about 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Greenacres Elementary School's student population of 773 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
773 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1909
School Calendar
School Rankings
Greenacres 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 Greenacres Elementary School is 0.36, 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
#1518 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
79%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
6%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Greenacres Elementary School's ranking?
Greenacres Elementary School is ranked #1518 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Greenacres Elementary School?
773 students attend Greenacres Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Greenacres Elementary School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 6% 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 Greenacres Elementary School?
Greenacres Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Greenacres Elementary School offer ?
Greenacres Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Greenacres Elementary School part of?
Greenacres Elementary School is part of Palm Beach School District.
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