8.1 avg / 10

Best Schools in Palm City, Florida

4 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle

Last updated: July 2026

Public: 4

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 8.1/10

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Use this page to compare every school in Palm City by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

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Elementary · Martin. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

The short answer

The top-rated schools in Palm City for 2026 are Bessey Creek Elementary School (8.5/10), Palm City Elementary School (8.4/10), and Citrus Grove Elementary (8.0/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 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.

Top-Rated Schools in Palm City

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

#	School	Rating	Level	Value	State %ile
1	Bessey Creek Elementary School	8.5 / 10	Elementary	—	88th
2	Palm City Elementary School	8.4 / 10	Elementary	—	87th
3	Citrus Grove Elementary	8.0 / 10	Elementary	—	80th
4	Hidden Oaks Middle School	7.6 / 10	Middle	—	74th

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Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 8.1/10
Median household income: $120,407
Median home value: $558,300
Bachelor's degree or higher: 49%
Avg commute: 28 min
Owner-occupied homes: 90%

How Palm City compares

Florida rank

#6 of 280

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+1.8

above Florida avg (6.3)

Median household income

$120k

161% of Florida median

Schools in this city

4

About Schools in Palm City, Florida

Palm City, Florida is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school.

With an average rating of 8.1 out of 10, schools in Palm City perform strongly 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 Palm City is Bessey Creek Elementary School with a composite score of 8.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Palm City is served by 1 school district: MARTIN. These districts collectively serve 18,270 students.

Palm City's community shows 49% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $120,407. The poverty rate in the area is 5.1%.

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.

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Elementary Schools

3 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Bessey Creek Elementary School 563 students · Pre-K–5th	563	Pre-K–5th	8.5
2	Palm City Elementary School 567 students · Pre-K–5th	567	Pre-K–5th	8.4
3	Citrus Grove Elementary 572 students · Pre-K–5th	572	Pre-K–5th	8.0

Middle Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Hidden Oaks Middle School 995 students · 6th–8th	995	6th–8th	7.6

Schools in Palm City

Palm City, Florida · 4 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$120,407

Median Home Value

$558,300

Median Rent

$1,958/mo

Population

29,874

College Educated

49%

Homeownership

90%

Avg Commute

28 min

Poverty Rate

5.1%

Community Profile

Palm City has a median household income of $120,407. It is a well-educated community where 49% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $558,300, with a median rent of $1,958/month. The local poverty rate of 5.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

State: Florida
Elementary: 3
Middle: 1

Resources

🔍 Google "Palm City schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Palm City 📊 Niche Palm City Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools

School District

MARTIN

35 schools · 18,270 students

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How we rate schools

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Palm City, Florida

How many schools are in Palm City, Florida?

Palm City has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Palm City, Florida?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Palm City is 8.1 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 Palm City, Florida?

The top-ranked school in Palm City on MySchoolScout is Bessey Creek Elementary School with a composite score of 8.5/10.

What is the best elementary school in Palm City, Florida?

The top-ranked elementary school in Palm City on MySchoolScout is Bessey Creek Elementary School with a composite score of 8.5/10.

What is the best middle school in Palm City, Florida?

The top-ranked middle school in Palm City on MySchoolScout is Hidden Oaks Middle School with a composite score of 7.6/10.

How many school districts serve Palm City, Florida?

Palm City is served by 1 school district: Martin.

What is the education level in Palm City, Florida?

According to Census data, 49% of adults in Palm City have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Palm City, Florida?

The median household income in Palm City is approximately $120,407 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Palm City, Florida?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Palm City is 16.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Palm City, 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.