Serving 952 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ocean Palms Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (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 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 952 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ocean Palms 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
Ocean Palms Elementary School's student population of 952 students has grown by 79% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 64% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
952 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Year Founded
1996
School Rankings
Ocean Palms Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ocean Palms Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#265 out of 3662 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
3%
Hispanic
13%
37%
Black
3%
21%
White
68%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Ocean Palms Elementary School's ranking?
Ocean Palms Elementary School is ranked #265 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Ocean Palms Elementary School often compared to?
Ocean Palms Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ponte Vedra Palm Valley- Rawlings Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Ocean Palms Elementary School?
952 students attend Ocean Palms Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Ocean Palms Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ocean Palms Elementary School?
Ocean Palms Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ocean Palms Elementary School offer ?
Ocean Palms Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ocean Palms Elementary School part of?
Ocean Palms Elementary School is part of St. Johns School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break - Student / Teacher Holiday
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break - Student / Teacher Holiday
March 16, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day for Students / Fourth Quarter Ends
May 29, 2026 (Friday)
Last Day for Teachers - Teacher Planning Day
June 01, 2026 (Monday)
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