Serving 430 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Poinciana Stem Elementary Magnet School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (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 93% 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: 430 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Poinciana Stem Elementary Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Poinciana Stem Elementary Magnet School's student population of 430 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
430 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1909
School Rankings
Poinciana Stem Elementary Magnet School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Poinciana Stem Elementary Magnet School is 0.39, 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
#1310 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
10%
38%
Black
77%
21%
White
7%
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
58%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Poinciana Stem Elementary Magnet School's ranking?
Poinciana Stem Elementary Magnet School is ranked #1310 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Poinciana Stem Elementary Magnet School?
430 students attend Poinciana Stem Elementary Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Poinciana Stem Elementary Magnet School students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Poinciana Stem Elementary Magnet School?
Poinciana Stem Elementary Magnet School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Poinciana Stem Elementary Magnet School offer ?
Poinciana Stem Elementary Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Poinciana Stem Elementary Magnet School part of?
Poinciana Stem Elementary Magnet School is part of Palm Beach School District.
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