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#2764 of 3,778 schools in FL
Egret Lake Elementary School
Elementary School · PALM BEACH
5115 47TH PL N, West Palm Beach, FL 33417
Enrollment
570
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
570
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,764 of 3,778
In West Palm Beach
#37 of 49
public schools
In district
#180 of 221
PALM BEACH
School environment
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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Egret Lake Elementary School
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About Egret Lake Elementary School
Egret Lake Elementary School is a public elementary school in West Palm Beach, FL, part of PALM BEACH. Egret Lake Elementary School serves approximately 570 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Egret Lake Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,764 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Egret Lake Elementary School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 7.2
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at Egret Lake 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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Egret Lake Elementary School — Students at Egret Lake Elementary School score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 34 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: 4.1/10.
How Egret Lake Elementary School Compares
See how Egret Lake Elementary School 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
5115 47TH PL N, West Palm Beach, FL 33417
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Egret Lake Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RENAISSANCE CHARTER SCHOOL AT WEST PALM BEACH (rated 9.7/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SEMINOLE TRAILS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THE FOUNDATIONS SCHOOL AT CENTER FOR CREATIVE EDUC (rated 7.4/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in West Palm Beach, see our West Palm Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33417 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,077
Median Home Value
$159,300
Median Rent
$1,533/mo
Population
36,464
College Educated
25.9%
Homeownership
58.7%
Avg Commute
25.2 min
Poverty Rate
17.8%
Median Age
48.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Egret Lake Elementary School
What grades does Egret Lake Elementary School serve?
Egret Lake Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Egret Lake Elementary School?
Egret Lake Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 570 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Egret Lake Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Egret Lake Elementary School is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Egret Lake Elementary School rank in FL?
Egret Lake Elementary School ranks #2,764 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Egret Lake Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Egret Lake Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Egret Lake Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Egret Lake Elementary School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Egret Lake Elementary School a charter school?
No, Egret Lake Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Egret Lake Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Egret Lake Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Egret Lake Elementary School?
74.7% of students at Egret Lake 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
- 570
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Palm Beach County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.6%
- Phone
- (561) 616-7900
Resources & Links
District
PALM BEACH- District Enrollment
- 189,777
- Schools in District
- 235
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,897
- District Rank
- #180 of 221
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