Serving 1,560 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Palm Valley Academy ranks in the top 5% 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 86% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,560 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palm Valley Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Palm Valley Academy's student population of 1,560 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
1,560 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Palm Valley Academy ranks within the top 5% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palm Valley Academy is 0.32, 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
#92 out of 3655 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
10%
36%
Black
n/a
21%
White
82%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
50%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palm Valley Academy's ranking?
Palm Valley Academy is ranked #92 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Palm Valley Academy?
1,560 students attend Palm Valley Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Palm Valley Academy students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palm Valley Academy?
Palm Valley Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Palm Valley Academy offer ?
Palm Valley Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Palm Valley Academy part of?
Palm Valley Academy is part of St. Johns School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day for Students / Fourth Quarter Ends
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
Last Day for Teachers - Teacher Planning Day
May 28, 2024 (Tuesday)
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