Serving 1,069 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Palm Springs 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 40% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,069 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Palm Springs Elementary School serves the eastern part of Lake Worth, FL, covering an area of approximately 1.8 square miles. Most students typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone being about 1.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Palm Springs Elementary School's student population of 1,069 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,069 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Palm Springs Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palm Springs Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#2738 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
73%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
16%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
8%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palm Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Palm Springs Elementary School is ranked #2738 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Palm Springs Elementary School often compared to?
Palm Springs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clifford O Taylor/kirklane Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Palm Springs Elementary School?
1,069 students attend Palm Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Palm Springs Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Palm Springs Elementary School?
Palm Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Palm Springs Elementary School offer ?
Palm Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Palm Springs Elementary School part of?
Palm Springs Elementary School is part of Palm Beach School District.
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