Serving 706 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Waters Edge Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 91% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (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 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 706 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 91% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Waters Edge Elementary School serves the southeast part of Boca Raton, FL, covering an area of approximately 5.3 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waters Edge 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
Waters Edge Elementary School's student population of 706 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
706 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1996
School Calendar
School Motto
Educate. Affirm. Inspire.
School Rankings
Waters Edge Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waters Edge Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#35 out of 3662 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
28%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
59%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-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 Waters Edge Elementary School's ranking?
Waters Edge Elementary School is ranked #35 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Waters Edge Elementary School often compared to?
Waters Edge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Calusa Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
91% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Waters Edge Elementary School?
706 students attend Waters Edge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Waters Edge Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waters Edge Elementary School?
Waters Edge Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Waters Edge Elementary School offer ?
Waters Edge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waters Edge Elementary School part of?
Waters Edge Elementary School is part of Palm Beach School District.
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