Serving 792 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Starlight Cove Elementary School 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 36% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower 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 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 792 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Starlight Cove Elementary School serves the eastern part of Lake Worth, FL, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 5.1 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Starlight Cove Elementary School's student population of 792 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
792 students
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Motto
Educate. Affirm. Inspire.
School Rankings
Starlight Cove Elementary School 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 Starlight Cove Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#3139 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
65%
38%
Black
24%
21%
White
8%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Starlight Cove Elementary School's ranking?
Starlight Cove Elementary School is ranked #3139 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Starlight Cove Elementary School often compared to?
Starlight Cove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Freedom Shores Elementary School, Hidden Oaks K-8, Citrus Cove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Starlight Cove Elementary School?
792 students attend Starlight Cove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Starlight Cove Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Starlight Cove Elementary School?
Starlight Cove Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Starlight Cove Elementary School offer ?
Starlight Cove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Starlight Cove Elementary School part of?
Starlight Cove Elementary School is part of Palm Beach School District.
In what neighborhood is Starlight Cove Elementary School located?
Starlight Cove Elementary School is located in the Seminole Manor neighborhood of Lake Worth, FL.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Great School. Teacher work hard. Best Afterschool program in the area.
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