Very Good
#986 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 26% in state
K. E. Cunningham/canal Point Elementary
Elementary School · PALM BEACH
37000 MAIN ST, Canal Point, FL 33438
Enrollment
274
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
274
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#986 of 3,778
In district
#80 of 221
PALM BEACH
Academic growth
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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K. E. Cunningham/canal Point Elementary
Elementary School in Canal Point · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About K. E. Cunningham/canal Point Elementary
K. E. Cunningham/canal Point Elementary is a public elementary school in Canal Point, FL, part of PALM BEACH.
K. E. Cunningham/canal Point Elementary serves approximately 274 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio.
K. E. Cunningham/canal Point Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #986 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for K. E. Cunningham/canal Point Elementary show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 7.2
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
K. E. Cunningham/canal Point Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
56% of students at K. E. Cunningham/canal Point Elementary 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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K. E. Cunningham/canal Point Elementary — Students at K. E. Cunningham/canal Point Elementary score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.6%
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: 8.5/10.
How K. E. Cunningham/canal Point Elementary Compares
See how K. E. Cunningham/canal Point Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
37000 MAIN ST, Canal Point, FL 33438
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering K. E. Cunningham/canal Point Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PAHOKEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Pahokee), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PIONEER PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 13.4 miles away, in nearby Belle Glade), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ROSENWALD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 14.8 miles away, in nearby South Bay), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Canal Point, see our Canal Point schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PAHOKEE MIDDLE-SENIOR HIGH Pahokee | 2.9 mi | 7.8 |
| PAHOKEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pahokee | 2.9 mi | 8.1 |
| EVERGLADES PREPARATORY ACADEMY Pahokee | 3.2 mi | 7.7 |
| GAP CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pahokee | 3.4 mi | 4.3 |
| THE SHEPHERD S SCHOOL Pahokee | 4.5 mi | 7.7 |
| GLADES ACADEMY INC Pahokee | 5.0 mi | 2.8 |
| EDUCATIONAL SERVICES PROGRAM-WEST Belle Glade | 9.7 mi | — |
| GLADES DAY SCHOOL Belle Glade | 11.6 mi | 8.2 |
| BELLE GLADE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Belle Glade | 11.7 mi | 6.7 |
| LAKE SHORE MIDDLE SCHOOL Belle Glade | 12.1 mi | 6.7 |
| CROSSROADS ACADEMY Belle Glade | 12.5 mi | 6.4 |
| GOVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Belle Glade | 12.8 mi | 6.0 |
| GLADE VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Belle Glade | 13.0 mi | 5.2 |
| PIONEER PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Belle Glade | 13.4 mi | 8.0 |
| GLADES CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Belle Glade | 13.6 mi | 5.7 |
| HILLSIDE ACADEMY Belade | 14.5 mi | — |
| ROSENWALD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL South Bay | 14.8 mi | 7.8 |
| INDIANTOWN MIDDLE SCHOOL Indiantown | 14.7 mi | 4.5 |
| HOPE RURAL SCHOOL Indiantown | 15.2 mi | 6.6 |
| WARFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Indiantown | 15.2 mi | 3.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33438 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Home Value
$87,100
Median Rent
$1,275/mo
Population
439
College Educated
27.1%
Homeownership
56.5%
Poverty Rate
17.1%
Median Age
37.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL OF CHRIST CHURCH PARISH Pensacola, FL | 7.6 |
| ESPIRITU SANTO CATHOLIC SCHOOL Safety Harbor, FL | 7.6 |
| KENDALL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Miami, FL | 7.6 |
| NORTH SIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale, FL | 7.6 |
| ROCKWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami, FL | 7.6 |
| ST MARK'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Oakland Park, FL | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about K. E. Cunningham/canal Point Elementary
What grades does K. E. Cunningham/canal Point Elementary serve?
K. E. Cunningham/canal Point Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend K. E. Cunningham/canal Point Elementary?
K. E. Cunningham/canal Point Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 274 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at K. E. Cunningham/canal Point Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at K. E. Cunningham/canal Point Elementary is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does K. E. Cunningham/canal Point Elementary rank in FL?
K. E. Cunningham/canal Point Elementary ranks #986 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is K. E. Cunningham/canal Point Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
K. E. Cunningham/canal Point Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 K. E. Cunningham/canal Point Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, K. E. Cunningham/canal Point Elementary has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is K. E. Cunningham/canal Point Elementary a charter school?
No, K. E. Cunningham/canal Point Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is K. E. Cunningham/canal Point Elementary a Title I school?
No, K. E. Cunningham/canal Point Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for K. E. Cunningham/canal Point Elementary?
87.6% of students at K. E. Cunningham/canal Point Elementary 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
- 274
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Palm Beach County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 56.2%
- Phone
- (561) 924-9800
Resources & Links
District
PALM BEACH- District Enrollment
- 189,777
- Schools in District
- 235
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,897
- District Rank
- #80 of 221
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