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#308 of 3,778 schools in FL

Top 8% in state

Greenacres Elementary School

Elementary School · PALM BEACH

405 JACKSON AVE, Greenacres, FL 33463

Enrollment

742

Student-Teacher

15.1:1

Score

8.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#308 of 3,778

In Greenacres

#1 of 10

public schools

In district

#30 of 221

PALM BEACH

School environment

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Greenacres Elementary School

8.8/10

Elementary School in Greenacres · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Greenacres Elementary School

Greenacres Elementary School is a public elementary school in Greenacres, FL, part of PALM BEACH. Greenacres Elementary School serves approximately 742 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Greenacres Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #308 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for Greenacres Elementary School show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.6 pts above district
  • This school 8.8 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.2
  • FL avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.8Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.01 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics8.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency71.2% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency45.7% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg+10.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-9.5 pts
Overall Proficiency58% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected+18.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile75th
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,897
Chronic Absenteeism23.7%

Greenacres Elementary School — Students at Greenacres Elementary School score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

76.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 59.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
57.5% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 45.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.2% (2024 FAST)

Based on 34 test records from FL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
66%
ELA
54%
2010
Math
69%
ELA
56%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
46%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2013
ELA
49%
2014
Math
43%
ELA
39%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
51%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
61%
ELA
44%
2018
Math
65%
ELA
45%
2019
Math
65%
ELA
45%
2020*
Math
49%
ELA
41%
2021*
Math
49%
ELA
41%
2022
Math
60.2%
ELA
50.3%
2024
Math
71.3%
ELA
45.7%

* 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: 8.8/10.

How Greenacres Elementary School Compares

See how Greenacres Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.8/10
92th percentile in FL
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Growth
8.8/10
Excellent
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
77%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
49 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.7%

Location

405 JACKSON AVE, Greenacres, FL 33463

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Greenacres Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FOREST HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby West Palm Beach), a more accessible option. Another option is HERITAGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, CLIFFORD O TAYLOR/KIRKLANE ELEMENTARY (rated 6.4/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Palm Springs), a more accessible option. For more schools in Greenacres, see our Greenacres schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
GREENACRES CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Greenacres 0.1 mi 5.6
GREENACRES CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Greenacres 0.1 mi 5.5
JOHN I. LEONARD HIGH SCHOOL Greenacres 0.4 mi 5.2
L C SWAIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Greenacres 0.9 mi 4.9
BRIDGES CHRISTIAN LEARNING CENTER INC. West Palm Beach 1.1 mi
FOREST HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Palm Beach 1.3 mi 7.6
CLIFFORD O TAYLOR/KIRKLANE ELEMENTARY Palm Springs 1.3 mi 6.4
HERITAGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Greenacres 1.5 mi 7.0
MONTESSORI ACADEMYOF EARLY ENRICHMENT INC Greenacres 1.4 mi 4.8
GOLIATH ACADEMY Lake Worth 1.5 mi 6.5
GOLIATH ACADEMY Greenacres 1.5 mi 6.1
PALM SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palm Springs 1.5 mi 6.0
TRADEWINDS MIDDLE SCHOOL Greenacres 1.8 mi 4.3
DIAMOND VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Greenacres 2.0 mi 6.4
LIBERTY PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Greenacres 1.8 mi 4.7
THE OPEN DOORWAY INC West Palm Beach 2.0 mi 5.8
PALM SPRINGS MIDDLE SCHOOL Palm Springs 2.1 mi 5.0
PALM BEACH PREPARATORY CHARTER ACADEMY Palm Springs 2.0 mi 3.6
ATLANTIC CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF THE PALM BEAC West Palm Beach 2.3 mi 6.5
SOMERSET ACADEMY THE DR. BERNARD KIMMEL CAMPUS Lake Worth 2.2 mi 3.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33463 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,697

Median Home Value

$326,600

Median Rent

$1,721/mo

Population

64,916

College Educated

24.7%

Homeownership

71.8%

Avg Commute

28.7 min

Poverty Rate

14.5%

Median Age

37.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Greenacres Elementary School

What grades does Greenacres Elementary School serve?

Greenacres Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Greenacres Elementary School?

Greenacres Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 742 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Greenacres Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Greenacres Elementary School is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Greenacres Elementary School rank in FL?

Greenacres Elementary School ranks #308 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Greenacres Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Greenacres Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Greenacres Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Greenacres Elementary School has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Greenacres Elementary School a charter school?

No, Greenacres Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Greenacres Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Greenacres Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Greenacres Elementary School?

76.5% of students at Greenacres 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
48 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
742
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
49
Free/Reduced Lunch
76.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Palm Beach County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.7%

District

PALM BEACH
District Enrollment
189,777
Schools in District
235
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,897
District Rank
#30 of 221

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