Excellent
#456 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 12% in state
Based on limited data
Lighthouse Elementary School
Elementary School · PALM BEACH
4750 DAKOTA DR, Jupiter, FL 33458
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 9 schools in Jupiter. Learn more
Enrollment
604
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
604
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#456 of 3,778
In Jupiter
#4 of 10
public schools
In district
#42 of 221
PALM BEACH
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Lighthouse Elementary School
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About Lighthouse Elementary School
Lighthouse Elementary School is a public elementary school in Jupiter, FL, part of PALM BEACH. Lighthouse Elementary School serves approximately 604 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Lighthouse Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #456 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 7.2
- FL avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
17.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Lighthouse Elementary School Compares
See how Lighthouse Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
4750 DAKOTA DR, Jupiter, FL 33458
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lighthouse Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MARSH POINTE ELEMENTARY (rated 9.4/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Palm Beach Gardens), which scores slightly higher. Another option is TIMBER TRACE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.3/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Palm Beach Gardens), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, BEACON COVE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Jupiter, see our Jupiter schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33458 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$107,626
Median Home Value
$550,700
Median Rent
$2,090/mo
Population
55,969
College Educated
49.3%
Homeownership
74.7%
Avg Commute
23.4 min
Poverty Rate
8.3%
Median Age
41.3
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| BALLAST POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa, FL | 8.5 |
| BESSEY CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palm City, FL | 8.5 |
| CALLAHAN INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Callahan, FL | 8.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lighthouse Elementary School
What grades does Lighthouse Elementary School serve?
Lighthouse Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Lighthouse Elementary School?
Lighthouse Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 604 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lighthouse Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lighthouse 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 Lighthouse Elementary School rank in FL?
Lighthouse Elementary School ranks #456 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Lighthouse Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lighthouse Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Lighthouse Elementary School a charter school?
No, Lighthouse Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lighthouse Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Lighthouse Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lighthouse Elementary School?
17.9% of students at Lighthouse 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 – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 604
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 17.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Palm Beach County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.2%
- Phone
- (561) 741-9400
Resources & Links
District
PALM BEACH- District Enrollment
- 189,777
- Schools in District
- 235
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,897
- District Rank
- #42 of 221
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