Serving 802 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Marsh Pointe Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 86% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 802 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marsh Pointe Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Marsh Pointe Elementary School's student population of 802 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
802 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Year Founded
1909
School Calendar
School Motto
Educate. Affirm. Inspire.
School Rankings
Marsh Pointe Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marsh Pointe Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#84 out of 3662 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
17%
37%
Black
2%
21%
White
72%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Marsh Pointe Elementary School's ranking?
Marsh Pointe Elementary School is ranked #84 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Marsh Pointe Elementary School often compared to?
Marsh Pointe Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Timber Trace Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Marsh Pointe Elementary School?
802 students attend Marsh Pointe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Marsh Pointe Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marsh Pointe Elementary School?
Marsh Pointe Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Marsh Pointe Elementary School offer ?
Marsh Pointe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marsh Pointe Elementary School part of?
Marsh Pointe Elementary School is part of Palm Beach School District.
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