Very Good
#1047 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 28% in state
Hope-centennial Elementary School
Elementary School · PALM BEACH
5298 STACY ST, West Palm Beach, FL 33417
Enrollment
730
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
730
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,047 of 3,778
In West Palm Beach
#12 of 49
public schools
In district
#86 of 221
PALM BEACH
School environment
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Hope-centennial Elementary School
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About Hope-centennial Elementary School
Hope-centennial Elementary School is a public elementary school in West Palm Beach, FL, part of PALM BEACH. Hope-centennial Elementary School serves approximately 730 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Hope-centennial Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,047 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Hope-centennial Elementary School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 7.2
- FL avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Hope-centennial Elementary School — Students at Hope-centennial Elementary School score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 34 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: 8.3/10.
How Hope-centennial Elementary School Compares
See how Hope-centennial Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5298 STACY ST, West Palm Beach, FL 33417
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hope-centennial Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RENAISSANCE CHARTER SCHOOL AT WEST PALM BEACH (rated 9.7/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CONNECTIONS EDUCATION CENTER OF THE PALM BEACHES (rated 8.6/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WYNNEBROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in West Palm Beach, see our West Palm Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33417 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,077
Median Home Value
$159,300
Median Rent
$1,533/mo
Population
36,464
College Educated
25.9%
Homeownership
58.7%
Avg Commute
25.2 min
Poverty Rate
17.8%
Median Age
48.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hope-centennial Elementary School
What grades does Hope-centennial Elementary School serve?
Hope-centennial Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Hope-centennial Elementary School?
Hope-centennial Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 730 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hope-centennial Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Hope-centennial Elementary School is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hope-centennial Elementary School rank in FL?
Hope-centennial Elementary School ranks #1,047 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Hope-centennial Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Hope-centennial Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Hope-centennial Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hope-centennial Elementary School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Hope-centennial Elementary School a charter school?
No, Hope-centennial Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hope-centennial Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Hope-centennial Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hope-centennial Elementary School?
76.7% of students at Hope-centennial 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
- 730
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Palm Beach County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.4%
- Phone
- (561) 640-1200
Resources & Links
District
PALM BEACH- District Enrollment
- 189,777
- Schools in District
- 235
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,897
- District Rank
- #86 of 221
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