Serving 444 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Palm Cove Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower 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 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 444 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Palm Cove Elementary School's student population of 444 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
444 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Palm Cove Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palm Cove Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#2659 out of 3655 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
34%
36%
Black
55%
21%
White
6%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
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 #2659 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 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 Pembroke Pines Charter Elementary School, Sea Castle Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Palm Cove Elementary School?
444 students attend Palm Cove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Palm Cove Elementary School students are Black, 34% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palm Cove Elementary School?
Palm Cove Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Palm Cove Elementary School offer ?
Palm Cove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
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.
School Calendar
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Date
Early Release Day / Last Day of School
June 10, 2024 (Monday)
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