Needs Improvement
#3557 of 3,778 schools in FL
Benoist Farms Elementary School
Elementary School · PALM BEACH
1765 BENOIST FARMS RD, West Palm Beach, FL 33411
Enrollment
472
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
472
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,557 of 3,778
In West Palm Beach
#47 of 49
public schools
In district
#210 of 221
PALM BEACH
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Benoist Farms Elementary School
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About Benoist Farms Elementary School
Benoist Farms Elementary School is a public elementary school in West Palm Beach, FL, part of PALM BEACH. Benoist Farms Elementary School serves approximately 472 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Benoist Farms Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #3,557 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Benoist Farms Elementary School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 7.2
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Benoist Farms Elementary School 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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Benoist Farms Elementary School — Students at Benoist Farms Elementary School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 33 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: 2.4/10.
How Benoist Farms Elementary School Compares
See how Benoist Farms Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1765 BENOIST FARMS RD, West Palm Beach, FL 33411
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Benoist Farms Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EVERGLADES ELEMENTARY (rated 9.0/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WYNNEBROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOPE-CENTENNIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in West Palm Beach, see our West Palm Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33411 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$89,329
Median Home Value
$400,900
Median Rent
$1,887/mo
Population
75,299
College Educated
38.9%
Homeownership
76.5%
Avg Commute
28.5 min
Poverty Rate
6.9%
Median Age
42.5
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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| HIGHLANDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kissimmee, FL | 3.7 |
| MYRTLE GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pensacola, FL | 3.7 |
| PALM BEACH MARITIME ACADEMY ELEMENTARY Lantana, FL | 3.7 |
| POINCIANA ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS Kissimmee, FL | 3.7 |
| SOMERSET ACADEMY-ELEMENTARY EAGLE CAMPUS Jacksonville, FL | 3.7 |
| SPOOK HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lake Wales, FL | 3.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Benoist Farms Elementary School
What grades does Benoist Farms Elementary School serve?
Benoist Farms Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Benoist Farms Elementary School?
Benoist Farms Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 472 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Benoist Farms Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Benoist Farms Elementary School is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Benoist Farms Elementary School rank in FL?
Benoist Farms Elementary School ranks #3,557 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Benoist Farms Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Benoist Farms Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 Benoist Farms Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Benoist Farms Elementary School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Benoist Farms Elementary School a charter school?
No, Benoist Farms Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Benoist Farms Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Benoist Farms Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Benoist Farms Elementary School?
71.0% of students at Benoist Farms Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 472
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Palm Beach County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.4%
- Phone
- (561) 383-9700
Resources & Links
District
PALM BEACH- District Enrollment
- 189,777
- Schools in District
- 235
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,897
- District Rank
- #210 of 221
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