Serving 966 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Whispering Pines Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 68% (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 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% 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: 966 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Whispering Pines Elementary School serves the southeast part of Boca Raton, Florida, covering an area of approximately 8.2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Whispering Pines Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Whispering Pines Elementary School's student population of 966 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
966 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Whispering Pines 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 Whispering Pines Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#609 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. 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)
55-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
25%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
6%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
61%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whispering Pines Elementary School's ranking?
Whispering Pines Elementary School is ranked #609 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Whispering Pines Elementary School often compared to?
Whispering Pines Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sunrise Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% 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 Whispering Pines Elementary School?
966 students attend Whispering Pines Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Whispering Pines Elementary School students are White, 25% 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 Whispering Pines Elementary School?
Whispering Pines Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Whispering Pines Elementary School offer ?
Whispering Pines Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Whispering Pines Elementary School part of?
Whispering Pines Elementary School is part of Palm Beach School District.
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