Best Schools in Delray Beach, Florida
20 schools · 15 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 3 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Delray Beach by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Plumosa School of the Arts
Elementary · Palm Beach. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Pine Grove Elementary School
Elementary · Palm Beach. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
S. D. Spady Elementary School
Elementary · Palm Beach. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Delray Beach for 2026 are Plumosa School of the Arts (9.0/10), Pine Grove Elementary School (8.2/10), and S. D. Spady Elementary School (7.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 10 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
20
10 public · 10 private
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$419,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
20
10 public · 10 private
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$419,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Rates 9.0/10 despite 64% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.2 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Delray Beach schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Delray Beach
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (10 rated schools; 20 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Plumosa School of the Arts | 9.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Pine Grove Elementary School | 8.2 / 10 |
| 3 | S. D. Spady Elementary School | 7.6 / 10 |
| 4 | Banyan Creek Elementary School | 7.5 / 10 |
| 5 | Carver Middle School | 7.4 / 10 |
| 6 | Orchard View Elementary School | 7.1 / 10 |
| 7 | Morikami Park Elementary School | 7.0 / 10 |
| 8 | Village Academy on the Art & Sara Jo Kobacker Campus | 6.4 / 10 |
| 9 | Atlantic High School | 5.7 / 10 |
| 10 | Bridge Prep Academy of Palm Beach | 2.1 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.8/10
- Median household income
- $79,068
- Median home value
- $419,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 44%
- Avg commute
- 26 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 73%
47% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Delray Beach compares
Florida rank
#66 of 286
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.5
above Florida avg (6.3)
Median household income
$79k
106% of Florida median
Schools in this city
19
Palm Beach runs Delray Beach's public schools
10 public schools. Palm Beach is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Delray Beach is a Palm Beach school (10 of 10).
Among 10 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 2.1 to 9.0 — the spread is inside Delray Beach, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Delray Beach, Florida
Delray Beach, Florida is home to 20 schools, including 10 public schools and 10 private schools. The city's schools span 15 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.8 out of 10, schools in Delray Beach show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Delray Beach is Plumosa School of the Arts with a composite score of 9.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Delray Beach is served by 1 school district: PALM BEACH. These districts collectively serve 189,777 students.
Delray Beach's community shows 44% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $79,068. The poverty rate in the area is 10.5%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
15 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 824 students · Pre-K–8th | 9.0 | ||
| 2 | 363 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.2 | ||
| 3 | 459 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.6 | ||
| 4 | 871 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.5 | ||
| 5 | 641 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.1 | ||
| 6 | 804 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.0 | ||
| 7 | 136 students · Kindergarten–8th | 2.1 | ||
Private Schools8 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Unity SchoolPrivate 253 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | 75 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 3 | St Vincent FerrerPrivate 413 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
Show all 15 elementary schools in Delray Beach
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 693 students · 6th–8th | 7.4 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,829 students · 9th–12th | 5.7 |
Other Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 644 students · Pre-K–12th | 6.4 | ||
Private Schools2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Cheder ChabadPrivate 271 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | 1,840 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated | ||
Schools in Delray Beach
Delray Beach, Florida · 20 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 5 ZIP codes
Median Income
$79,068
Median Home Value
$419,700
Median Rent
$1,935/mo
Population
121,353
College Educated
44%
Homeownership
73%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
10.5%
Community Profile
Delray Beach has a median household income of $79,068. It is a well-educated community where 44% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $419,700, with a median rent of $1,935/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.5%. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Florida
- Elementary
- 15
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
- Other
- 3
Resources
School District
Other Major Cities in Florida
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Delray Beach, Florida
How many schools are in Delray Beach, Florida?
Delray Beach has 20 schools, including 10 public and 10 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Delray Beach, Florida?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Delray Beach is 6.8 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Delray Beach, Florida?
The top-ranked school in Delray Beach on MySchoolScout is Plumosa School of the Arts with a composite score of 9.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Delray Beach, Florida?
The top-ranked elementary school in Delray Beach on MySchoolScout is Plumosa School of the Arts with a composite score of 9.0/10.
What is the best middle school in Delray Beach, Florida?
The top-ranked middle school in Delray Beach on MySchoolScout is Carver Middle School with a composite score of 7.4/10.
What is the best high school in Delray Beach, Florida?
The top-ranked high school in Delray Beach on MySchoolScout is Atlantic High School with a composite score of 5.7/10.
How many school districts serve Delray Beach, Florida?
Delray Beach is served by 1 school district: Palm Beach.
What is the education level in Delray Beach, Florida?
According to Census data, 44% of adults in Delray Beach have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Delray Beach, Florida?
The median household income in Delray Beach is approximately $79,068 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Delray Beach, Florida?
Yes, Delray Beach has 10 private schools alongside 10 public schools. The top-rated private school is Unity School with a score of 8.1/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Delray Beach, Florida?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Delray Beach is 13.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Delray Beach, Florida?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Florida Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.