Serving 361 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Palm Beach 51±¬ÁÏ 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 70-74% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 361 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palm Beach 51±¬ÁÏ ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Palm Beach 51±¬ÁÏ's student population of 361 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
361 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Palm Beach 51±¬ÁÏ 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 Palm Beach 51±¬ÁÏ is 0.59, 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
#419 out of 3704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
31%
37%
Black
6%
21%
White
56%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
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 Palm Beach 51±¬ÁÏ's ranking?
Palm Beach 51±¬ÁÏ is ranked #419 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Palm Beach 51±¬ÁÏ often compared to?
Palm Beach 51±¬ÁÏis often viewed alongside schools like Palm Beach Gardens Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Palm Beach 51±¬ÁÏ?
361 students attend Palm Beach 51±¬ÁÏ.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Palm Beach 51±¬ÁÏ students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palm Beach 51±¬ÁÏ?
Palm Beach 51±¬ÁÏ has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Palm Beach 51±¬ÁÏ offer ?
Palm Beach 51±¬ÁÏ offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Palm Beach 51±¬ÁÏ part of?
Palm Beach 51±¬ÁÏ is part of Palm Beach School District.
School Reviews
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Palm Beach Public has a Gifted Program and an excellent strings program as well as a diverse student body
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