Lighthouse Elementary School serves 569 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 569 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Attendance Zone: Lighthouse Elementary School serves the northeast part of Jupiter, FL, covering an area of approximately 12.1 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.9 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 3.6 miles to the furthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lighthouse Elementary School's student population of 569 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
569 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1909
School Calendar
School Motto
Educate. Affirm. Inspire.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Lighthouse Elementary School is 0.43, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
74%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-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 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue & Silver
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Lighthouse Elementary School often compared to?
Lighthouse Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jupiter Elementary School, Beacon Cove Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Lighthouse Elementary School?
569 students attend Lighthouse Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Lighthouse Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lighthouse Elementary School?
Lighthouse Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lighthouse Elementary School offer ?
Lighthouse Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lighthouse Elementary School part of?
Lighthouse Elementary School is part of Palm Beach School District.
In what neighborhood is Lighthouse Elementary School located?
Lighthouse Elementary School is located in the Abacoa neighborhood of Jupiter, FL. There are 4 other public schools located in Abacoa.
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