Serving 794 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Panther Run 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 82% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 794 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Panther Run Elementary School serves the eastern part of Lake Worth, FL, covering an area of approximately 12.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.2 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 4.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Panther Run 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
Panther Run Elementary School's student population of 794 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
794 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Year Founded
1991
School Rankings
Panther Run 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 Panther Run Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#126 out of 3662 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
21%
38%
Black
12%
21%
White
55%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Panther Run Elementary School's ranking?
Panther Run Elementary School is ranked #126 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Panther Run Elementary School often compared to?
Panther Run Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Equestrian Trails Elementary School, Discovery Key Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Panther Run Elementary School?
794 students attend Panther Run Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Panther Run Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Panther Run Elementary School?
Panther Run Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Panther Run Elementary School offer ?
Panther Run Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Panther Run Elementary School part of?
Panther Run Elementary School is part of Palm Beach School District.
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