Serving 1,360 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Verde K-8 ranks in the top 10% 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 73% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,360 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Verde Elementary School serves the southeast part of Boca Raton, FL, covering an approximate area of 5.1 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a driving time of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Verde K-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Verde K-8's student population of 1,360 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,360 students
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
Year Founded
1909
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Verde K-8 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 Verde K-8 is 0.62, 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
#359 out of 3662 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
36%
38%
Black
6%
21%
White
50%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.5%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Verde K-8's ranking?
Verde K-8 is ranked #359 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Verde K-8 often compared to?
Verde K-8is often viewed alongside schools like Del Prado Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Verde K-8?
1,360 students attend Verde K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Verde K-8 students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Verde K-8?
Verde K-8 has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Verde K-8 offer ?
Verde K-8 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Verde K-8 part of?
Verde K-8 is part of Palm Beach School District.
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