Serving 643 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Royal Palm Beach Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 643 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Royal Palm Beach Elementary School serves the eastern part of West Palm Beach, FL, covering an area of approximately 4.3 square miles. Most families within this zone can expect a typical drive to the school of 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 3.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Royal Palm Beach Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Royal Palm Beach Elementary School's student population of 643 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
643 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1909
School Calendar
Average Class Size
22 students
School Rankings
Royal Palm Beach Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Royal Palm Beach Elementary School is 0.72, which is more 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
#788 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
35%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
28%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
28%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Royal Palm Beach Elementary School's ranking?
Royal Palm Beach Elementary School is ranked #788 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Royal Palm Beach Elementary School often compared to?
Royal Palm Beach Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like H. L. Johnson Elementary School, Grassy Waters Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Royal Palm Beach Elementary School?
643 students attend Royal Palm Beach Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Royal Palm Beach Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 28% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Royal Palm Beach Elementary School?
Royal Palm Beach Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Royal Palm Beach Elementary School offer ?
Royal Palm Beach Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Royal Palm Beach Elementary School part of?
Royal Palm Beach Elementary School is part of Palm Beach School District.
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