Serving 826 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Plumosa School Of The Arts 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 49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower 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 87% 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-8
- Enrollment: 826 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Plumosa School Of The Arts ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Plumosa School Of The Arts's student population of 826 students has grown by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
826 students
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Year Founded
1909
School Motto
Educate. Affirm. Inspire.
School Rankings
Plumosa School Of The Arts 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 Plumosa School Of The Arts 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
#1989 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
20%
38%
Black
62%
21%
White
13%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Plumosa School Of The Arts's ranking?
Plumosa School Of The Arts is ranked #1989 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Plumosa School Of The Arts often compared to?
Plumosa School Of The Artsis often viewed alongside schools like S. D. Spady Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Plumosa School Of The Arts?
826 students attend Plumosa School Of The Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Plumosa School Of The Arts students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Plumosa School Of The Arts?
Plumosa School Of The Arts has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Plumosa School Of The Arts offer ?
Plumosa School Of The Arts offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Plumosa School Of The Arts part of?
Plumosa School Of The Arts is part of Palm Beach School District.
School Reviews
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