Serving 1,194 students in grades 6-8, Polo Park Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (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 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,194 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Polo Park Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Polo Park Middle School's student population of 1,194 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,194 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Polo Park Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Polo Park Middle School is 0.69, 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
#651 out of 3655 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
33%
36%
Black
16%
21%
White
42%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
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 Polo Park Middle School's ranking?
Polo Park Middle School is ranked #651 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Polo Park Middle School often compared to?
Polo Park Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Emerald Cove Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Polo Park Middle School?
1,194 students attend Polo Park Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Polo Park Middle School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 5% 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 Polo Park Middle School?
Polo Park Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Polo Park Middle School offer ?
Polo Park Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Polo Park Middle School part of?
Polo Park Middle School is part of Palm Beach School District.
School Reviews
5 8/25/2021
This school is great. They try hard not to let anyone fall through the cracks. If your child tries hard at school they will thrive at Polo Park.
2 10/7/2020
This school doesn't do enough to help all of its students. The advanced students get a ton of attention with really good teachers. While it feels like the regular kids are given up on. I was in advanced and regular when I went to Polo Park, so I know.
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