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#750 of 3,778 schools in FL

Top 20% in state

Grove Park Elementary School

Elementary School · PALM BEACH

8330 N MILITARY TRL, West Palm Beach, FL 33410

Enrollment

535

Student-Teacher

14.1:1

Score

8.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#750 of 3,778

In West Palm Beach

#9 of 49

public schools

In district

#57 of 221

PALM BEACH

Academic growth

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Grove Park Elementary School

8.0/10

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

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About Grove Park Elementary School

Grove Park Elementary School is a public elementary school in West Palm Beach, FL, part of PALM BEACH. Grove Park Elementary School serves approximately 535 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Grove Park Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #750 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for Grove Park Elementary School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.2
  • FL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

31% of students at Grove Park 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.2Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change+0.25 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics5.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45.7% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36.3% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg-14.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-18.9 pts
Overall Proficiency41% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected-0.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile36th
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,897
Chronic Absenteeism30.5%

Grove Park Elementary School — Students at Grove Park Elementary School score 41% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

72.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 42.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
58.1% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 34.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.2% (2024 FAST)

Based on 33 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
47%
ELA
43%
2010
Math
42%
ELA
41%
2011
Math
31%
ELA
26%
2012
Math
41%
ELA
33%
2013
ELA
38%
2014
Math
34%
ELA
30%
2015
Math
28%
ELA
25%
2016
Math
45%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
44%
ELA
34%
2018
Math
65%
ELA
39%
2019
Math
65%
ELA
39%
2020*
Math
33%
ELA
33%
2021*
Math
33%
ELA
33%
2022
Math
40.3%
ELA
33.8%
2024
Math
45.7%
ELA
36.3%

* 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: 9.2/10.

How Grove Park Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.0/10
80th percentile in FL
Academic
5.4/10
Average
Growth
9.2/10
Excellent
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
72%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.5%

Location

8330 N MILITARY TRL, West Palm Beach, FL 33410

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Grove Park Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PALM BEACH GARDENS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Palm Beach Gardens), which scores slightly higher. Another option is THE WEISS SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Palm Beach Gardens), with a comparable rating. Additionally, LAKE PARK BAPTIST SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Lake Park), with a comparable rating. For more schools in West Palm Beach, see our West Palm Beach schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
GARDENS SCHOOL OF TECHNOLOGY ARTS INC Palm Beach Gardens 1.0 mi 6.2
RIVIERA BEACH PREPARATORY & ACHIEVEMENT ACADEMY Riviera Beach 1.5 mi 5.8
HOWELL L. WATKINS MIDDLE SCHOOL Palm Beach Gardens 1.5 mi 6.0
WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL Riviera Beach 1.6 mi 5.1
PALM BEACH VIRTUAL FRANCHISE Palm Beach Gardens 1.7 mi 9.7
PALM BEACH VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM Palm Beach Gardens 1.7 mi 5.6
PALM BEACH GARDENS HIGH SCHOOL Palm Beach Gardens 1.8 mi 5.0
JOHN F. KENNEDY MIDDLE SCHOOL Riviera Beach 1.9 mi 7.2
PALM BEACH GARDENS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palm Beach Gardens 2.0 mi 9.0
GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT PALM BEACH GARDENS Palm Beach Gardens 1.9 mi
R J HENDLEY CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY SCHOOL Riviera Beach 1.9 mi 6.5
THE WEISS SCHOOL Palm Beach Gardens 2.1 mi 7.5
DR. MARY MCLEOD BETHUNE ELEMENTARY Riviera Beach 2.1 mi 5.2
SUNCOAST COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL Riviera Beach 2.1 mi 8.5
HIS ACADEMY/INSTITUTE Lake Park 2.0 mi
ST MARK'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Palm Beach Gardens 2.5 mi 6.9
OUR SACRED ACADEMY INC. West Palm Beach 2.6 mi
BELIEVERS ACADEMY West Palm Beach 2.6 mi 3.5
ST CLARE SCHOOL North Palm Beach 2.5 mi 5.8
LAKE PARK BAPTIST SCHOOL Lake Park 2.5 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33410 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$96,059

Median Home Value

$469,100

Median Rent

$2,193/mo

Population

36,409

College Educated

47.4%

Homeownership

72.3%

Avg Commute

20 min

Poverty Rate

7.2%

Median Age

44.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Grove Park Elementary School

What grades does Grove Park Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Grove Park Elementary School?

Grove Park Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 535 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Grove Park Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Grove Park Elementary School is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Grove Park Elementary School rank in FL?

Grove Park Elementary School ranks #750 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Grove Park Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Grove Park Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Grove Park Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Grove Park Elementary School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Grove Park Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Grove Park Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

72.1% of students at Grove Park 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
54 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
66 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
535
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Free/Reduced Lunch
72.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Palm Beach County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.5%

District

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

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