Serving 712 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Palm Beach Gardens 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 70% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (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 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 712 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palm Beach Gardens 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
Diversity
School Overview
Palm Beach Gardens Elementary School's student population of 712 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
712 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Year Founded
1909
Colors
Blue & Gold
School Motto
Educate. Affirm. Inspire.
School Rankings
Palm Beach Gardens 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 Palm Beach Gardens Elementary School is 0.75, which is more 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
#444 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Asian
9%
3%
Hispanic
23%
38%
Black
33%
21%
White
30%
34%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palm Beach Gardens Elementary School's ranking?
Palm Beach Gardens Elementary School is ranked #444 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Palm Beach Gardens Elementary School often compared to?
Palm Beach Gardens Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Timber Trace Elementary School, Marsh Pointe Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Palm Beach Gardens Elementary School?
712 students attend Palm Beach Gardens Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Palm Beach Gardens Elementary School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Palm Beach Gardens Elementary School?
Palm Beach Gardens Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Palm Beach Gardens Elementary School offer ?
Palm Beach Gardens Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Palm Beach Gardens Elementary School part of?
Palm Beach Gardens Elementary School is part of Palm Beach School District.
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