Serving 806 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Morikami Park Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 95% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 95% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 806 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 95% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 95% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Morikami Park 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
Morikami Park Elementary School's student population of 806 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
806 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Year Founded
1909
School Motto
Educate. Affirm. Inspire.
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Morikami Park Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Morikami Park Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#11 out of 3662 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
95%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
95%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
26%
38%
Black
7%
21%
White
53%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Palm Beach School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morikami Park Elementary School's ranking?
Morikami Park Elementary School is ranked #11 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Morikami Park Elementary School often compared to?
Morikami Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ben Gamla-palm Beach by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Morikami Park Elementary School?
806 students attend Morikami Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Morikami Park Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Morikami Park Elementary School?
Morikami Park Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Morikami Park Elementary School offer ?
Morikami Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Morikami Park Elementary School part of?
Morikami Park Elementary School is part of Palm Beach School District.
School Reviews
Review Morikami Park Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
AI Report Cards: Should Schools Evaluate AI Use?
Explore whether schools should assess student AI use, the benefits, risks, and what responsible AI report cards could look like in 2026.
The Parent’s Guide to School Cell Phone Bans in 2026
Learn how school cell phone bans work in 2026, why districts are adopting them, and what parents should expect.
Parental Involvement in Public Schools: 2026 Update
Explore the latest 2026 trends, research, and strategies shaping parental involvement in public schools and student success.
