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#998 of 1,462 private schools in FL
Little Dude Ranch Academy
Elementary School
5047 SUMMIT BLVD, West Palm Beach, FL 33415
Enrollment
31
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
31
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Florida private schools
#998 of 1,462
In West Palm Beach
#15 of 20
public schools
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Little Dude Ranch Academy
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About Little Dude Ranch Academy
Little Dude Ranch Academy is a private elementary school in West Palm Beach, FL. Little Dude Ranch Academy serves approximately 31 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 7.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Little Dude Ranch Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #998 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
- This school 5.8 · Average
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 31 students, Little Dude Ranch Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 7.8:1 students to teachers, Little Dude Ranch Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Little Dude Ranch Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Little Dude Ranch Academy compares to 30 public schools serving similar grades in West Palm Beach, FL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Little Dude Ranch Academy (this school) | 5.8 |
| MELALEUCA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.1 |
| BERKSHIRE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.8 |
| PINE JOG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.8 |
| FOREST HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.6 |
| HOPE-CENTENNIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.5 |
| WYNNEBROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.5 |
| MEADOW PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 9.2 |
| RENAISSANCE CHARTER SCHOOL AT SUMMIT | 7.0 |
| WEST GATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.4 |
| CONNECTIONS EDUCATION CENTER OF THE PALM BEACHES | 8.6 |
| EVERGLADES ELEMENTARY | 9.0 |
| PALMETTO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.0 |
| BELVEDERE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.7 |
| INDIAN RIDGE SCHOOL | 5.1 |
| BENOIST FARMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.7 |
| SOUTH OLIVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.3 |
| RENAISSANCE CHARTER SCHOOL AT WEST PALM BEACH | 9.7 |
| RENAISSANCE CHARTER SCHOOL AT CYPRESS | 7.3 |
| GRASSY WATERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.1 |
| WESTWARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.7 |
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in FL.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in FL
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
5047 SUMMIT BLVD, West Palm Beach, FL 33415
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Little Dude Ranch Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GREENACRES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Greenacres), which scores notably higher. Another option is FOREST HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOPE-CENTENNIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in West Palm Beach, see our West Palm Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33415 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,199
Median Home Value
$220,800
Median Rent
$1,597/mo
Population
53,058
College Educated
18.9%
Homeownership
57.7%
Avg Commute
28.7 min
Poverty Rate
16.7%
Median Age
37.7
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| NORTHERN PRIVATE SCHOOL Lake Worth, FL | 5.8 |
| CASA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lady Lake, FL | 5.7 |
| EXCEL KIDS ACADEMY-BENJAMIN FRANKLIN K-8 North Miami, FL | 5.7 |
| BRIGHTON ACADEMY I Cape Coral, FL | 5.9 |
| MONTESSORI LEARNING CENTER Fort Walton Beach, FL | 5.9 |
| PENSACOLA JR ACADEMY Pensacola, FL | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Little Dude Ranch Academy
What grades does Little Dude Ranch Academy serve?
Little Dude Ranch Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.
How many students attend Little Dude Ranch Academy?
Little Dude Ranch Academy has an enrollment of approximately 31 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Little Dude Ranch Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Little Dude Ranch Academy is 7.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Little Dude Ranch Academy rank in FL?
Little Dude Ranch Academy ranks #998 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
What is Little Dude Ranch Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Little Dude Ranch Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Little Dude Ranch Academy a private school?
Yes, Little Dude Ranch Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Little Dude Ranch Academy a religious school?
No, Little Dude Ranch Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 31
- Gender Split
- 35% M / 65% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Palm Beach County
- Phone
- (561) 471-9400
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