Serving 1,397 students in grades 6-8, Palm Springs Middle 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 39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 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)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,397 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Palm Springs Middle School serves the eastern part of West Palm Beach, FL, covering an area of approximately 5.7 square miles. Families within the attendance zone can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Palm Springs Middle School's student population of 1,397 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,397 students
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
Year Founded
1961
School Calendar
Campus Size
30 acres
Average Class Size
25 students
School Motto
Educate. Affirm. Inspire.
School Rankings
Palm Springs Middle 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 Middle School is 0.47, 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
#2700 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
70%
38%
Black
19%
21%
White
8%
34%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue & Yellow
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palm Springs Middle School's ranking?
Palm Springs Middle School is ranked #2700 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Palm Springs Middle School often compared to?
Palm Springs Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Conniston Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Palm Springs Middle School?
1,397 students attend Palm Springs Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Palm Springs Middle School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Palm Springs Middle School?
Palm Springs Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Palm Springs Middle School offer ?
Palm Springs Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Palm Springs Middle School part of?
Palm Springs Middle School is part of Palm Beach School District.
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