Excellent
#405 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 11% in state
Elbridge Gale Elementary School
Elementary School · PALM BEACH
1915 ROYAL FERN DR, Wellington, FL 33414
Enrollment
915
Student-Teacher
17.3:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
915
Student-Teacher
17.3:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#405 of 3,778
In Wellington
#3 of 12
public schools
In district
#39 of 221
PALM BEACH
Equity
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Elbridge Gale Elementary School
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About Elbridge Gale Elementary School
Elbridge Gale Elementary School is a public elementary school in Wellington, FL, part of PALM BEACH. Elbridge Gale Elementary School serves approximately 915 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Elbridge Gale Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #405 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Elbridge Gale Elementary School show 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- District avg 7.2
- FL avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Elbridge Gale Elementary School — Students at Elbridge Gale Elementary School score 77% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
39.1%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 8.3/10.
How Elbridge Gale Elementary School Compares
See how Elbridge Gale 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
1915 ROYAL FERN DR, Wellington, FL 33414
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Elbridge Gale Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PANTHER RUN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.4/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Lake Worth), which scores slightly higher. Another option is EQUESTRIAN TRAILS ELEMENTARY (rated 9.3/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, WESTERN ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 9.3/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Royal Palm Beach), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Wellington, see our Wellington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33414 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$105,953
Median Home Value
$533,800
Median Rent
$2,326/mo
Population
59,229
College Educated
45%
Homeownership
72.6%
Avg Commute
31.7 min
Poverty Rate
5.4%
Median Age
40.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Elbridge Gale Elementary School
What grades does Elbridge Gale Elementary School serve?
Elbridge Gale Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Elbridge Gale Elementary School?
Elbridge Gale Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 915 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Elbridge Gale Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Elbridge Gale Elementary School is 17.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Elbridge Gale Elementary School rank in FL?
Elbridge Gale Elementary School ranks #405 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Elbridge Gale Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Elbridge Gale Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Elbridge Gale Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Elbridge Gale Elementary School has 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Elbridge Gale Elementary School a charter school?
No, Elbridge Gale Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Elbridge Gale Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Elbridge Gale Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Elbridge Gale Elementary School?
39.1% of students at Elbridge Gale 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
- 915
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 53
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 39.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Palm Beach County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.9%
- Phone
- (561) 422-9300
Resources & Links
District
PALM BEACH- District Enrollment
- 189,777
- Schools in District
- 235
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,897
- District Rank
- #39 of 221
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