Serving 1,081 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Palm Springs Elementary School 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 37% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,081 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palm Springs Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Palm Springs Elementary School's student population of 1,081 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,081 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Palm Springs Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palm Springs Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#2831 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
71%
37%
Black
18%
21%
White
8%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Palm Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Palm Springs Elementary School is ranked #2831 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Palm Springs Elementary School often compared to?
Palm Springs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clifford O Taylor/kirklane Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Palm Springs Elementary School?
1,081 students attend Palm Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Palm Springs Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palm Springs Elementary School?
Palm Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Palm Springs Elementary School offer ?
Palm Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Palm Springs Elementary School part of?
Palm Springs Elementary School is part of Palm Beach School District.
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