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#358 of 3,778 schools in FL

Top 9% in state

Hammock Pointe Elementary School

Elementary School · PALM BEACH

8400 SW 8TH ST, Boca Raton, FL 33433

Enrollment

962

Student-Teacher

14.8:1

Score

8.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#358 of 3,778

In Boca Raton

#9 of 26

public schools

In district

#33 of 221

PALM BEACH

Academic performance

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Hammock Pointe Elementary School

8.7/10

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

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About Hammock Pointe Elementary School

Hammock Pointe Elementary School is a public elementary school in Boca Raton, FL, part of PALM BEACH. Hammock Pointe Elementary School serves approximately 962 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Hammock Pointe Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #358 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for Hammock Pointe Elementary School show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.5 pts above district
  • This school 8.7 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.2
  • FL avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.3Excellent50%
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
Academics9.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency79.5% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency65.3% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg+19 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+10.1 pts
Overall Proficiency72% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected+18.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile87th
Resources & Environment8.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,897
Chronic Absenteeism28.6%

Hammock Pointe Elementary School — Students at Hammock Pointe Elementary School score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

41.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 70.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
57.5% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 66.4% (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
78%
ELA
80%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
78%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
68%
2012
Math
61%
ELA
63%
2013
ELA
67%
2014
Math
60%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
63%
ELA
63%
2016
Math
69%
ELA
63%
2017
Math
71%
ELA
68%
2018
Math
75%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
75%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
61%
ELA
63%
2021*
Math
61%
ELA
63%
2022
Math
63.2%
ELA
65.6%
2024
Math
79.5%
ELA
65.3%

* 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: 8.3/10.

How Hammock Pointe Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.7/10
91th percentile in FL
Academic
9.2/10
Excellent
Growth
8.3/10
Excellent
Environment
8.9/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
42%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
65 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.6%

Location

8400 SW 8TH ST, Boca Raton, FL 33433

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hammock Pointe Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CORAL SUNSET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is VERDE K-8 (rated 8.2/10, 2.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, DEL PRADO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Boca Raton, see our Boca Raton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
OLYMPUS INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY Boca Raton 0.8 mi 7.1
HADAR SOUTH FLORIDA HIGH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Boca Raton 0.8 mi 7.1
FRENCH INT'L SCHOOL OF BOCA RATON LE PETIT PRINCE North Boca Raton 0.8 mi 5.6
NORTH BROWARD PREPARATORY SCHOOL Coconut Creek 1.0 mi 4.5
DEL PRADO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boca Raton 1.3 mi 7.9
SALT ACADEMY Boca Raton 1.4 mi 7.3
HIGH POINT ACADEMY Boca Raton 1.5 mi 5.2
YESHIVA TIFERES TORAH OF BOCA RATON Boca Raton 1.6 mi 6.6
QUIET WATERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Deerfield Beach 1.9 mi 5.3
LYONS CREEK MIDDLE SCHOOL Coconut Creek 2.0 mi 6.9
KATZ YESHIVA HIGH SCHOOL OF S FLA Boca Raton 2.0 mi 7.3
KATZ HILLEL DAY SCHOOL OF BOCA RATON Boca Raton 2.1 mi 7.0
EMERGING MINDS MONTESSORI ACADEMY Boca Raton 2.2 mi 7.9
SLAM BOCA Miami 2.0 mi 3.2
CORAL SUNSET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boca Raton 2.0 mi 8.8
ST JUDE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Boca Raton 2.1 mi 6.4
TRADEWINDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Coconut Creek 2.3 mi 6.2
VERDE K-8 Boca Raton 2.4 mi 8.2
KLA SCHOOL OF COCONUT CREEK Coconut Creek 2.6 mi
OLYMPIC HEIGHTS COMMUNITY HIGH Boca Raton 2.7 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33433 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,421

Median Home Value

$414,400

Median Rent

$2,320/mo

Population

46,808

College Educated

54.3%

Homeownership

70.2%

Avg Commute

23.1 min

Poverty Rate

8%

Median Age

49.7

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CHOICES IN LEARNING CHARTER Winter Springs, FL 8.7
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hammock Pointe Elementary School

What grades does Hammock Pointe Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Hammock Pointe Elementary School?

Hammock Pointe Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 962 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hammock Pointe Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Hammock Pointe Elementary School is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hammock Pointe Elementary School rank in FL?

Hammock Pointe Elementary School ranks #358 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Hammock Pointe Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Hammock Pointe Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Hammock Pointe Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hammock Pointe Elementary School has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Hammock Pointe Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Hammock Pointe Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

41.9% of students at Hammock Pointe 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
14 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
962
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
65
Free/Reduced Lunch
41.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Palm Beach County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.6%

District

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

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