Serving 402 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Carlton Palmore Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 402 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carlton Palmore Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Carlton Palmore Elementary School's student population of 402 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
402 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
A Learner Today, a Leader Tomorrow
School Rankings
Carlton Palmore Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carlton Palmore Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#2215 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
28%
38%
Black
22%
21%
White
43%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Patriots
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carlton Palmore Elementary School's ranking?
Carlton Palmore Elementary School is ranked #2215 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Carlton Palmore Elementary School often compared to?
Carlton Palmore Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cleveland Court Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Carlton Palmore Elementary School?
402 students attend Carlton Palmore Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Carlton Palmore Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carlton Palmore Elementary School?
Carlton Palmore Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Carlton Palmore Elementary School offer ?
Carlton Palmore Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carlton Palmore Elementary School part of?
Carlton Palmore Elementary School is part of Polk School District.
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