Serving 514 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Royal Palm Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 514 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Royal Palm Elementary School serves the northeast part of Miami, FL, covering an area of approximately 1.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Royal Palm 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
Royal Palm Elementary School's student population of 514 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
514 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1956
School Calendar
School Rankings
Royal Palm Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Royal Palm Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#428 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
98%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
1%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Royal Palm Elementary School's ranking?
Royal Palm Elementary School is ranked #428 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Royal Palm Elementary School often compared to?
Royal Palm Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cypress K-8 Center, Pinecrest Cove Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Royal Palm Elementary School?
514 students attend Royal Palm Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Royal Palm Elementary School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Royal Palm Elementary School?
Royal Palm Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Royal Palm Elementary School offer ?
Royal Palm Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Royal Palm Elementary School part of?
Royal Palm Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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