Below Average
#2986 of 3,778 schools in FL
Ben Gamla-palm Beach
Elementary School · PALM BEACH
8600 S JOG RD, Boynton Beach, FL 33472
Enrollment
255
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
255
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,986 of 3,778
In Boynton Beach
#20 of 23
public schools
In district
#194 of 221
PALM BEACH
School environment
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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Ben Gamla-palm Beach
Elementary School in Boynton Beach · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Ben Gamla-palm Beach
Ben Gamla-palm Beach is a public elementary school in Boynton Beach, FL, part of PALM BEACH. Ben Gamla-palm Beach serves approximately 255 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Ben Gamla-palm Beach has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,986 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Ben Gamla-palm Beach show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 7.2
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Ben Gamla-palm Beach is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
36% of students at Ben Gamla-palm Beach were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Ben Gamla-palm Beach — Students at Ben Gamla-palm Beach score 54% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
38%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 29 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.8/10.
How Ben Gamla-palm Beach Compares
See how Ben Gamla-palm Beach performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
8600 S JOG RD, Boynton Beach, FL 33472
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ben Gamla-palm Beach may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SUNSET PALMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.3/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HAGEN ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CORAL REEF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Lake Worth), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Boynton Beach, see our Boynton Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33472 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$98,289
Median Home Value
$410,700
Median Rent
$2,264/mo
Population
18,689
College Educated
40.4%
Homeownership
92.6%
Avg Commute
30.9 min
Poverty Rate
7.2%
Median Age
61.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ben Gamla-palm Beach
What grades does Ben Gamla-palm Beach serve?
Ben Gamla-palm Beach serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Ben Gamla-palm Beach?
Ben Gamla-palm Beach has an enrollment of approximately 255 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ben Gamla-palm Beach?
The student-teacher ratio at Ben Gamla-palm Beach is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ben Gamla-palm Beach rank in FL?
Ben Gamla-palm Beach ranks #2,986 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Ben Gamla-palm Beach's MySchoolScout rating?
Ben Gamla-palm Beach has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Ben Gamla-palm Beach?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ben Gamla-palm Beach has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024).
Is Ben Gamla-palm Beach a charter school?
Yes, Ben Gamla-palm Beach is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Ben Gamla-palm Beach a Title I school?
No, Ben Gamla-palm Beach is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ben Gamla-palm Beach?
38.0% of students at Ben Gamla-palm Beach qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 255
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 38.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Palm Beach County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.7%
- Phone
- (561) 742-8017
Resources & Links
District
PALM BEACH- District Enrollment
- 189,777
- Schools in District
- 235
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,897
- District Rank
- #194 of 221
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