Morikami Park Elementary School

Serving 806 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Morikami Park Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 95% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 95% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 806 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 47%
  • : Top 1% in FL
  • : 95% (Top 1%)
  • : 95% (Top 1%)
  • : 85-89% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Morikami Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Morikami Park Elementary School's student population of 806 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
806 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓

Year Founded
1909
School Calendar
School Motto
Educate. Affirm. Inspire.

School Rankings

Morikami Park Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Morikami Park Elementary School is 0.64, 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.
This School
State Level (FL)
#11 out of 3662 schools
(Top 1%)

Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

95%
52%

Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

95%
52%

Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

85-89%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1

Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓

Asian
8%
3%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
26%
38%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓

Black
7%
21%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓

White
53%
34%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
6%
4%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
47%
0.64

Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
5.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
42%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓

School Statewide Testing
School District Name

Sports

Colors
Navy Blue, Hunter Green & Red
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Morikami Park Elementary School's ranking?
Morikami Park Elementary School is ranked #11 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Morikami Park Elementary School often compared to?
Morikami Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ben Gamla-palm Beach, Banyan Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Morikami Park Elementary School?
806 students attend Morikami Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Morikami Park Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Morikami Park Elementary School?
Morikami Park Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Morikami Park Elementary School offer ?
Morikami Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Morikami Park Elementary School part of?
Morikami Park Elementary School is part of Palm Beach School District.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 806 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 47%
  • : Top 1%
  • : 95% (Top 1%)
  • : 95% (Top 1%)
  • : 85-89% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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