Serving 1,122 students in grades 6-8, Polo Park Middle 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 75% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,122 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Polo Park Middle 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
Polo Park Middle School's student population of 1,122 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,122 students
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
School Rankings
Polo Park Middle 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 Polo Park Middle School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#538 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
38%
38%
Black
15%
21%
White
37%
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
21%
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 Polo Park Middle School's ranking?
Polo Park Middle School is ranked #538 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Polo Park Middle School often compared to?
Polo Park Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Emerald Cove Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Polo Park Middle School?
1,122 students attend Polo Park Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Polo Park Middle School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Polo Park Middle School?
Polo Park Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Polo Park Middle School offer ?
Polo Park Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Polo Park Middle School part of?
Polo Park Middle School is part of Palm Beach School District.
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