Serving 385 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Palm Cove 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 51% (which is lower 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 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 385 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Palm Cove Elementary School serves the southeastern part of Hollywood, FL, covering an area of approximately 2.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school from various points within the zone takes about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge being 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Palm Cove Elementary School's student population of 385 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
385 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
'Learning Never Closes'
School Rankings
Palm Cove 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 Palm Cove 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1404 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
30%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
50%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
15%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
2%
4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 25-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 Palm Cove Elementary School's ranking?
Palm Cove Elementary School is ranked #1404 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Palm Cove Elementary School often compared to?
Palm Cove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sea Castle Elementary School, Pembroke Pines Charter Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Palm Cove Elementary School?
385 students attend Palm Cove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Palm Cove Elementary School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Palm Cove Elementary School?
Palm Cove Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Palm Cove Elementary School offer ?
Palm Cove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Palm Cove Elementary School part of?
Palm Cove Elementary School is part of Broward School District.
In what neighborhood is Palm Cove Elementary School located?
Palm Cove Elementary School is located in the Beverly Park neighborhood of Hollywood, FL.
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