Serving 571 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pierce Hammock Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 74% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher 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 51% 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: 571 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pierce Hammock 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
Diversity
School Overview
Pierce Hammock Elementary School's student population of 571 students has grown by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
571 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
1904
School Motto
Educate. Affirm. Inspire.
School Rankings
Pierce Hammock 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 Pierce Hammock Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#280 out of 3662 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
26%
38%
Black
12%
21%
White
49%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
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 Pierce Hammock Elementary School's ranking?
Pierce Hammock Elementary School is ranked #280 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Pierce Hammock Elementary School often compared to?
Pierce Hammock Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Acreage Pines Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Pierce Hammock Elementary School?
571 students attend Pierce Hammock Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Pierce Hammock Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pierce Hammock Elementary School?
Pierce Hammock Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pierce Hammock Elementary School offer ?
Pierce Hammock Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pierce Hammock Elementary School part of?
Pierce Hammock Elementary School is part of Palm Beach School District.
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