Serving 909 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sunset Palms Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 78% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (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 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 909 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Sunset Palms Elementary School serves the southeast part of Boynton Beach, FL, covering an area of approximately 13.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sunset Palms 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
Sunset Palms Elementary School's student population of 909 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
909 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1909
School Calendar
School Motto
Educate. Affirm. Inspire.
School Rankings
Sunset Palms Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunset Palms 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
#237 out of 3662 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
67%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-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 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-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 Sunset Palms Elementary School's ranking?
Sunset Palms Elementary School is ranked #237 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Sunset Palms Elementary School often compared to?
Sunset Palms Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Morikami Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Sunset Palms Elementary School?
909 students attend Sunset Palms Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Sunset Palms Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sunset Palms Elementary School?
Sunset Palms Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sunset Palms Elementary School offer ?
Sunset Palms Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sunset Palms Elementary School part of?
Sunset Palms Elementary School is part of Palm Beach School District.
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