Serving 847 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Everglades 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 73% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (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 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 847 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Everglades Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Everglades Elementary School's student population of 847 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
847 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Everglades Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Everglades Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#502 out of 3704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
26%
37%
Black
25%
21%
White
36%
35%
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
32%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Everglades Elementary School's ranking?
Everglades Elementary School is ranked #502 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Everglades Elementary School often compared to?
Everglades Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Equestrian Trails Elementary School, Binks Forest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Everglades Elementary School?
847 students attend Everglades Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Everglades Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Everglades Elementary School?
Everglades Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Everglades Elementary School offer ?
Everglades Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Everglades Elementary School part of?
Everglades Elementary School is part of Palm Beach School District.
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