Serving 609 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Palm Beach Gardens Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is equal to the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 609 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palm Beach Gardens Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Palm Beach Gardens Elementary School's student population of 609 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
609 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Palm Beach Gardens Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palm Beach Gardens Elementary School is 0.75, which is more 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
#213 out of 3704 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
3%
Hispanic
21%
36%
Black
27%
21%
White
36%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palm Beach Gardens Elementary School's ranking?
Palm Beach Gardens Elementary School is ranked #213 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Palm Beach Gardens Elementary School often compared to?
Palm Beach Gardens Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Timber Trace Elementary School, Marsh Pointe Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Palm Beach Gardens Elementary School?
609 students attend Palm Beach Gardens Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Palm Beach Gardens Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palm Beach Gardens Elementary School?
Palm Beach Gardens Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Palm Beach Gardens Elementary School offer ?
Palm Beach Gardens Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Palm Beach Gardens Elementary School part of?
Palm Beach Gardens Elementary School is part of Palm Beach School District.
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