Serving 654 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Palmetto Elementary School 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 89% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (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 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 654 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Palmetto Elementary School serves the eastern part of Miami, FL, covering an area of approximately 2.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone is 5-10 minutes, with most residents living about a mile away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palmetto Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Palmetto Elementary School's student population of 654 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
654 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Palmetto Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palmetto Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#45 out of 3662 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
52%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
4%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
40%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Palmetto Elementary School's ranking?
Palmetto Elementary School is ranked #45 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Palmetto Elementary School often compared to?
Palmetto Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pinecrest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Palmetto Elementary School?
654 students attend Palmetto Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Palmetto Elementary School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Palmetto Elementary School?
Palmetto Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Palmetto Elementary School offer ?
Palmetto Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Palmetto Elementary School part of?
Palmetto Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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