Serving 606 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Palm View K-8 School ranks in the bottom 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 52% (which is equal to the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (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 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 606 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Palm View Elementary School serves the northwest part of its district in Palmetto, FL, covering an area of approximately 15.4 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.8 miles to the school from the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 5.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Palm View K-8 School's student population of 606 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
606 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Year Founded
2023
School Calendar
School Rankings
Palm View K-8 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 View K-8 School is 0.66, 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
#2458 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
50%
38%
Black
19%
21%
White
25%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palm View K-8 School's ranking?
Palm View K-8 School is ranked #2458 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Palm View K-8 School often compared to?
Palm View K-8 Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Palmetto Charter School, Palmetto Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Palm View K-8 School?
606 students attend Palm View K-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Palm View K-8 School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 19% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Palm View K-8 School?
Palm View K-8 School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Palm View K-8 School offer ?
Palm View K-8 School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Palm View K-8 School part of?
Palm View K-8 School is part of Manatee School District.
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