Best Schools in Royal Palm Beach, Florida
9 schools · 5 Elementary · 2 Middle · 2 High
Choosing a school in Royal Palm Beach?
Use this page to compare every school in Royal Palm Beach by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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H. L. Johnson Elementary School
Elementary · Palm Beach. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Royal Palm Beach Elementary School
Elementary · Palm Beach. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Crestwood Community Middle
Middle · Palm Beach. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Royal Palm Beach for 2026 are H. L. Johnson Elementary School (8.6/10), Royal Palm Beach Elementary School (8.0/10), and Crestwood Community Middle (7.8/10), 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
9
8 public · 1 private
Avg Score
7.3
out of 10
Median Home
$466,550
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
9
8 public · 1 private
Avg Score
7.3
out of 10
Median Home
$466,550
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Rates 8.6/10 despite 38% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.3 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 Royal Palm Beach schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Royal Palm Beach
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (8 rated schools; 9 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | H. L. Johnson Elementary School | 8.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Royal Palm Beach Elementary School | 8.0 / 10 |
| 3 | Crestwood Community Middle | 7.8 / 10 |
| 4 | Western Academy Charter School | 7.6 / 10 |
| 5 | Cypress Trails Elementary School | 7.1 / 10 |
| 6 | Royal Palm Beach High School | 6.8 / 10 |
| 7 | Western Pines Community Middle | 6.7 / 10 |
| 8 | The Learning Center | 6.0 / 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
- 7.3/10
- Median household income
- $103,044
- Median home value
- $466,550
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 34%
- Avg commute
- 35 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 85%
63% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Royal Palm Beach compares
Florida rank
#17 of 286
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.0
above Florida avg (6.3)
Median household income
$103k
138% of Florida median
Schools in this city
8
Palm Beach runs Royal Palm Beach's public schools
8 public schools. Palm Beach is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Royal Palm Beach is a Palm Beach school (8 of 8).
Among 8 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 6.0 to 8.6 — the spread is inside Royal Palm Beach, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Royal Palm Beach, Florida
Royal Palm Beach, Florida is home to 9 schools, including 8 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 5 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 7.3 out of 10, schools in Royal Palm Beach perform strongly 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 Royal Palm Beach is H. L. Johnson Elementary School with a composite score of 8.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Royal Palm Beach is served by 1 school district: PALM BEACH. These districts collectively serve 189,777 students.
Royal Palm Beach's community shows 34% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $103,044. The poverty rate in the area is 5.7%.
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
5 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 857 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.6 |
| 2 | 664 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.0 |
| 3 | 645 students · Kindergarten–8th | 7.6 |
| 4 | 502 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.1 |
| 5 | 126 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.0 |
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 742 students · 6th–8th | 7.8 |
| 2 | 1,042 students · 6th–8th | 6.7 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,372 students · 9th–12th | 6.8 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 23 students · 6th–12th | Not Rated | ||
Schools in Royal Palm Beach
Royal Palm Beach, Florida · 9 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$103,044
Median Home Value
$466,550
Median Rent
$2,232/mo
Population
108,531
College Educated
34%
Homeownership
85%
Avg Commute
35 min
Poverty Rate
5.7%
Community Profile
Royal Palm Beach has a median household income of $103,044. It is an area where 34% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $466,550, with a median rent of $2,232/month. The local poverty rate of 5.7% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 35 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Florida
- Elementary
- 5
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 2
Resources
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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 Royal Palm Beach, Florida
How many schools are in Royal Palm Beach, Florida?
Royal Palm Beach has 9 schools, including 8 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Royal Palm Beach, Florida?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Royal Palm Beach is 7.3 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 Royal Palm Beach, Florida?
The top-ranked school in Royal Palm Beach on MySchoolScout is H. L. Johnson Elementary School with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Royal Palm Beach, Florida?
The top-ranked elementary school in Royal Palm Beach on MySchoolScout is H. L. Johnson Elementary School with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best middle school in Royal Palm Beach, Florida?
The top-ranked middle school in Royal Palm Beach on MySchoolScout is Crestwood Community Middle with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What is the best high school in Royal Palm Beach, Florida?
The top-ranked high school in Royal Palm Beach on MySchoolScout is Royal Palm Beach High School with a composite score of 6.8/10.
How many school districts serve Royal Palm Beach, Florida?
Royal Palm Beach is served by 1 school district: Palm Beach.
What is the education level in Royal Palm Beach, Florida?
According to Census data, 34% of adults in Royal Palm Beach have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Royal Palm Beach, Florida?
The median household income in Royal Palm Beach is approximately $103,044 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Royal Palm Beach, Florida?
Yes, Royal Palm Beach has 1 private school alongside 8 public schools.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Royal Palm Beach, Florida?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Royal Palm Beach is 14.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Royal Palm 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.