Average
#2115 of 3,778 schools in FL
Franklin Academy- Palm Beach Gardens
Elementary School · PALM BEACH
5651 HOOD RD, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418
Enrollment
960
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
960
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,115 of 3,778
In Palm Beach Gardens
#10 of 12
public schools
In district
#158 of 221
PALM BEACH
Academic performance
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Franklin Academy- Palm Beach Gardens
Elementary School in Palm Beach Gardens · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Franklin Academy- Palm Beach Gardens
Franklin Academy- Palm Beach Gardens is a public elementary school in Palm Beach Gardens, FL, part of PALM BEACH. Franklin Academy- Palm Beach Gardens serves approximately 960 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 20:1 student-teacher ratio. Franklin Academy- Palm Beach Gardens has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,115 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Franklin Academy- Palm Beach Gardens show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 7.2
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Franklin Academy- Palm Beach Gardens 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.
Score Breakdown
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Franklin Academy- Palm Beach Gardens — Students at Franklin Academy- Palm Beach Gardens score 59% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
39.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 4.5/10.
How Franklin Academy- Palm Beach Gardens Compares
See how Franklin Academy- Palm Beach Gardens 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
5651 HOOD RD, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Franklin Academy- Palm Beach Gardens may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MARSH POINTE ELEMENTARY (rated 9.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is TIMBER TRACE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.3/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PALM BEACH GARDENS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Palm Beach Gardens, see our Palm Beach Gardens schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ARTHUR I MEYER JEWISH ACADEMY Palm Beach Gardens | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| MARSH POINTE ELEMENTARY Palm Beach Gardens | 0.5 mi | 9.4 |
| TIMBER TRACE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palm Beach Gardens | 1.3 mi | 9.3 |
| WATSON B. DUNCAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Palm Beach Gardens | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| WILLIAM T. DWYER HIGH SCHOOL West Palm Beach | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| INDEPENDENCE MIDDLE SCHOOL Jupiter | 2.2 mi | 7.0 |
| BEACON COVE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Jupiter | 2.2 mi | 8.7 |
| SCORE AT THE TOP PALM BEACH LLC Palm Beach Gardens | 2.4 mi | 6.2 |
| LIGHTHOUSE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jupiter | 2.8 mi | 8.5 |
| JUPITER MIDDLE SCHOOL Jupiter | 2.9 mi | 7.0 |
| THE WEISS SCHOOL Palm Beach Gardens | 2.9 mi | 7.5 |
| PALM BEACH GARDENS HIGH SCHOOL Palm Beach Gardens | 3.1 mi | 5.0 |
| ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Jupiter | 3.3 mi | 5.8 |
| DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER K-8 Palm Beach Gardens | 3.0 mi | 8.4 |
| ST MARK'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Palm Beach Gardens | 3.3 mi | 6.9 |
| PALM BEACH GARDENS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palm Beach Gardens | 3.6 mi | 9.0 |
| GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT PALM BEACH GARDENS Palm Beach Gardens | 3.9 mi | — |
| TURTLE RIVER MONTESSORI Jupiter | 4.1 mi | 7.6 |
| ALLAMANDA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palm Beach Gardens | 4.0 mi | 7.2 |
| GARDENS SCHOOL OF TECHNOLOGY ARTS INC Palm Beach Gardens | 4.2 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33418 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$123,405
Median Home Value
$608,500
Median Rent
$2,304/mo
Population
42,979
College Educated
59%
Homeownership
77%
Avg Commute
25.2 min
Poverty Rate
5.3%
Median Age
51.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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| ANDOVER ELEMENTARY Orlando, FL | 6.0 |
| CHIMNEY LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville, FL | 6.0 |
| CROSSPOINTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boynton Beach, FL | 6.0 |
| DAVID LAWRENCE JR. K-8 CENTER North Miami, FL | 6.0 |
| DUVAL CHARTER AT BAYMEADOWS Jacksonville, FL | 6.0 |
| ENDEAVOR ELEMENTARY Orlando, FL | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Franklin Academy- Palm Beach Gardens
What grades does Franklin Academy- Palm Beach Gardens serve?
Franklin Academy- Palm Beach Gardens serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Franklin Academy- Palm Beach Gardens?
Franklin Academy- Palm Beach Gardens has an enrollment of approximately 960 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Franklin Academy- Palm Beach Gardens?
The student-teacher ratio at Franklin Academy- Palm Beach Gardens is 20:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Franklin Academy- Palm Beach Gardens rank in FL?
Franklin Academy- Palm Beach Gardens ranks #2,115 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Franklin Academy- Palm Beach Gardens's MySchoolScout rating?
Franklin Academy- Palm Beach Gardens has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Franklin Academy- Palm Beach Gardens?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Franklin Academy- Palm Beach Gardens has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024).
Is Franklin Academy- Palm Beach Gardens a charter school?
Yes, Franklin Academy- Palm Beach Gardens is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Franklin Academy- Palm Beach Gardens a Title I school?
No, Franklin Academy- Palm Beach Gardens is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Franklin Academy- Palm Beach Gardens?
39.4% of students at Franklin Academy- Palm Beach Gardens 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
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 960
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 39.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Palm Beach County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.4%
- Phone
- (561) 348-2525
Resources & Links
District
PALM BEACH- District Enrollment
- 189,777
- Schools in District
- 235
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,897
- District Rank
- #158 of 221
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