Very Good
#1323 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 35% in state
Galaxy Elementary School
Elementary School · PALM BEACH
301 GALAXY WAY, Boynton Beach, FL 33435
Enrollment
623
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
623
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,323 of 3,778
In Boynton Beach
#9 of 23
public schools
In district
#102 of 221
PALM BEACH
Academic growth
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Galaxy Elementary School
Elementary School in Boynton Beach · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Galaxy Elementary School
Galaxy Elementary School is a public elementary school in Boynton Beach, FL, part of PALM BEACH. Galaxy Elementary School serves approximately 623 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Galaxy Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,323 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Galaxy Elementary School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 7.2
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Galaxy Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
35% of students at Galaxy 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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Galaxy Elementary School — Students at Galaxy Elementary School score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82.5%
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
→ 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: 9.1/10.
How Galaxy Elementary School Compares
See how Galaxy 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
301 GALAXY WAY, Boynton Beach, FL 33435
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Galaxy Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PLUMOSA SCHOOL OF THE ARTS (rated 8.9/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Delray Beach), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST JOSEPH'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, POINCIANA STEM ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Boynton Beach, see our Boynton Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33435 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,612
Median Home Value
$306,900
Median Rent
$1,846/mo
Population
36,984
College Educated
31.7%
Homeownership
63.5%
Avg Commute
24.3 min
Poverty Rate
14.9%
Median Age
42.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Galaxy Elementary School
What grades does Galaxy Elementary School serve?
Galaxy Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Galaxy Elementary School?
Galaxy Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 623 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Galaxy Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Galaxy Elementary School is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Galaxy Elementary School rank in FL?
Galaxy Elementary School ranks #1,323 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Galaxy Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Galaxy Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Galaxy Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Galaxy Elementary School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Galaxy Elementary School a charter school?
No, Galaxy Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Galaxy Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Galaxy Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Galaxy Elementary School?
82.5% of students at Galaxy 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
- 623
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Palm Beach County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.3%
- Phone
- (561) 739-5600
Resources & Links
District
PALM BEACH- District Enrollment
- 189,777
- Schools in District
- 235
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,897
- District Rank
- #102 of 221
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