Serving 947 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Limestone Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 947 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Limestone Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Limestone Creek Elementary School's student population of 947 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
947 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Year Founded
1909
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. May 30, 2026
School Motto
Educate. Affirm. Inspire.
School Mascot
Cougar
School Rankings
Limestone Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Limestone Creek Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#316 out of 3662 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
19%
37%
Black
5%
21%
White
69%
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
22%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougar
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Limestone Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Limestone Creek Elementary School is ranked #316 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Limestone Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Limestone Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jupiter Farms Elementary School, Jerry Thomas Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Limestone Creek Elementary School?
947 students attend Limestone Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Limestone Creek Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Limestone Creek Elementary School?
Limestone Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Limestone Creek Elementary School offer ?
Limestone Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Limestone Creek Elementary School part of?
Limestone Creek Elementary School is part of Palm Beach School District.
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