Serving 88 students in grades 2-12, Palmshores Behavior Health Center 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 21-39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Florida state average of 52%).
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 2-12
- Enrollment: 88 students
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palmshores Behavior Health Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Palmshores Behavior Health Center's student population of 88 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 2-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
88 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
1 teacher
Year Founded
2015
School Calendar
School Motto
A Place for Healing and Growth
School Rankings
Palmshores Behavior Health Center 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 Palmshores Behavior Health Center is 0.60, 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
#2534 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
19%
38%
Black
17%
21%
White
58%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)<50%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)1.1%
33.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
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 Palmshores Behavior Health Center's ranking?
Palmshores Behavior Health Center is ranked #2534 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Palmshores Behavior Health Center?
The graduation rate of Palmshores Behavior Health Center is 50%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Palmshores Behavior Health Center?
88 students attend Palmshores Behavior Health Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Palmshores Behavior Health Center students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Palmshores Behavior Health Center offer ?
Palmshores Behavior Health Center offers enrollment in grades 2-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Palmshores Behavior Health Center part of?
Palmshores Behavior Health Center is part of Manatee School District.
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