Serving 575 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Palm City Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 80% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 575 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palm City Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Palm City Elementary School's student population of 575 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
575 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Palm City Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palm City Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#381 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
10%
38%
Black
1%
21%
White
82%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Martin School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palm City Elementary School's ranking?
Palm City Elementary School is ranked #381 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Palm City Elementary School often compared to?
Palm City Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bessey Creek Elementary School, Citrus Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Palm City Elementary School?
575 students attend Palm City Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Palm City Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Palm City Elementary School?
Palm City Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Palm City Elementary School offer ?
Palm City Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Palm City Elementary School part of?
Palm City Elementary School is part of Martin School District.
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