Best Schools in Lantana, Florida
8 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle · 3 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Lantana by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Royal Palm School
Other · Palm Beach. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Lantana Elementary School
Elementary · Palm Beach. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Santaluces Community High
High · Palm Beach. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Lantana for 2026 are Royal Palm School (7.6/10), Lantana Elementary School (6.4/10), and Santaluces Community High (5.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 8 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
8
in this city
Avg Score
5.3
out of 10
Median Home
$323,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
8
in this city
Avg Score
5.3
out of 10
Median Home
$323,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Rates 7.6/10 despite 56% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.3 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 Lantana schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Lantana
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (8 of 8). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Royal Palm School | 7.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Lantana Elementary School | 6.4 / 10 |
| 3 | Santaluces Community High | 5.6 / 10 |
| 4 | Starlight Cove Elementary School | 5.4 / 10 |
| 5 | Palm Beach Maritime Academy Secondary | 5.1 / 10 |
| 6 | Lantana Middle School | 4.3 / 10 |
| 7 | Ed Venture Charter School | 4.2 / 10 |
| 8 | Palm Beach Maritime Academy Elementary | 3.7 / 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
- 5.3/10
- Median household income
- $72,288
- Median home value
- $323,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 28%
- Avg commute
- 25 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 67%
13% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Lantana compares
Florida rank
#247 of 280
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.0
below Florida avg (6.3)
Median household income
$72k
97% of Florida median
Schools in this city
8
About Schools in Lantana, Florida
Lantana, Florida is home to 8 schools, including 8 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 3 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.3 out of 10, schools in Lantana show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Lantana is Royal Palm School with a composite score of 7.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Lantana is served by 1 school district: PALM BEACH. These districts collectively serve 189,777 students.
Lantana's community shows 28% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $72,288. The poverty rate in the area is 10.4%.
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
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 509 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.4 |
| 2 | 785 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.4 |
| 3 | 592 students · Kindergarten–5th | 3.7 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 768 students · 6th–8th | 4.3 |
High Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,568 students · 9th–12th | 5.6 |
| 2 | 467 students · 6th–12th | 5.1 |
| 3 | 76 students · 9th–12th | 4.2 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 281 students · Pre-K–12th | 7.6 |
Schools in Lantana
Lantana, Florida · 8 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$72,288
Median Home Value
$323,600
Median Rent
$1,659/mo
Population
32,495
College Educated
28%
Homeownership
67%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
10.4%
Community Profile
Lantana has a median household income of $72,288. It is an area where 28% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $323,600, with a median rent of $1,659/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.4%. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Florida
- Elementary
- 3
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 3
- Other
- 1
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
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 Lantana, Florida
How many schools are in Lantana, Florida?
Lantana has 8 schools, including 8 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Lantana, Florida?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Lantana is 5.3 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 Lantana, Florida?
The top-ranked school in Lantana on MySchoolScout is Royal Palm School with a composite score of 7.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Lantana, Florida?
The top-ranked elementary school in Lantana on MySchoolScout is Lantana Elementary School with a composite score of 6.4/10.
What is the best middle school in Lantana, Florida?
The top-ranked middle school in Lantana on MySchoolScout is Lantana Middle School with a composite score of 4.3/10.
What is the best high school in Lantana, Florida?
The top-ranked high school in Lantana on MySchoolScout is Santaluces Community High with a composite score of 5.6/10.
How many school districts serve Lantana, Florida?
Lantana is served by 1 school district: Palm Beach.
What is the education level in Lantana, Florida?
According to Census data, 28% of adults in Lantana have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Lantana, Florida?
The median household income in Lantana is approximately $72,288 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Lantana, Florida?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Lantana is 15.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Lantana, 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.