Excellent
#46 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 1% in state
Palencia Elementary School
Elementary School · ST. JOHNS
355 PALENCIA VILLAGE DR, St. Augustine, FL 32095
Enrollment
708
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
9.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
708
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
9.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#46 of 3,778
In St. Augustine
#1 of 32
public schools
In district
#1 of 46
ST. JOHNS
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Palencia Elementary School
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About Palencia Elementary School
Palencia Elementary School is a public elementary school in St. Augustine, FL, part of ST. JOHNS.
Palencia Elementary School serves approximately 708 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Palencia Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.5 out of 10 and ranks #46 of 3,778 schools in FL. Structured state assessment records for Palencia Elementary School show 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024).
- This school 9.5 · Excellent
- District avg 7.9
- FL avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Palencia Elementary School — Students at Palencia Elementary School score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
16.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 27 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: 9.8/10.
How Palencia Elementary School Compares
See how Palencia 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
355 PALENCIA VILLAGE DR, St. Augustine, FL 32095
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Palencia Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. VALLEY RIDGE ACADEMY (rated 9.0/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Ponte Vedra), with a comparable rating. Another option is CROOKSHANK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 8.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, PALM VALLEY ACADEMY (rated 8.4/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Ponte Vedra), a more accessible option. For more schools in St. Augustine, see our St. Augustine schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PINE ISLAND ACADEMY St. Augustine | 2.2 mi | 5.4 |
| ALLEN D NEASE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Ponte Vedra | 5.5 mi | 8.1 |
| TURNING POINT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY St. Augustine | 6.1 mi | 5.6 |
| PONTE VEDRA HIGH SCHOOL Ponte Vedra | 6.6 mi | 7.9 |
| ST. JOHNS COMMUNITY CAMPUS St. Augustine | 6.8 mi | 3.8 |
| THERAPEUTIC LEARNING CENTER St. Augustine | 6.8 mi | — |
| VALLEY RIDGE ACADEMY Ponte Vedra | 6.7 mi | 9.0 |
| PALM VALLEY ACADEMY Ponte Vedra | 7.1 mi | 8.4 |
| FIRST COAST TECHNICAL COLLEGE St. Augustine | 7.1 mi | — |
| ST. JOHNS TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL St. Augustine | 7.1 mi | 6.2 |
| ST. JOHNS VIRTUAL FRANCHISE St. Augustine | 7.1 mi | 7.1 |
| LIFE WORK/PROJECT SEARCH St. Augustine | 7.1 mi | 3.6 |
| ST. AUGUSTINE HIGH SCHOOL St. Augustine | 7.1 mi | 6.2 |
| TOCOI CREEK HIGH SCHOOL St. Augustine | 6.8 mi | 4.4 |
| GROWING TOGETHER BEHAVIORAL CENTER St. Augustine | 6.7 mi | 7.4 |
| MILL CREEK ACADEMY St. Augustine | 7.0 mi | 8.2 |
| SEBASTIAN MIDDLE SCHOOL St. Augustine | 7.7 mi | 8.0 |
| BEACHSIDE HIGH SCHOOL Saint Johns | 7.5 mi | — |
| CROOKSHANK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Augustine | 8.4 mi | 8.7 |
| DEAF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (FSDB) St. Augustine | 8.5 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32095 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$124,556
Median Home Value
$485,700
Median Rent
$1,576/mo
Population
18,927
College Educated
52.9%
Homeownership
90.7%
Avg Commute
28.5 min
Poverty Rate
6.7%
Median Age
42.2
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| ACADEMIR CHARTER SCHOOL WEST Miami, FL | 9.5 |
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| DOMMERICH ELEMENTARY Maitland, FL | 9.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Palencia Elementary School
What grades does Palencia Elementary School serve?
Palencia Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Palencia Elementary School?
Palencia Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 708 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Palencia Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Palencia 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 Palencia Elementary School rank in FL?
Palencia Elementary School ranks #46 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Palencia Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Palencia Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.5 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 Palencia Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Palencia Elementary School has 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024).
Is Palencia Elementary School a charter school?
No, Palencia Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Palencia Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Palencia Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Palencia Elementary School?
16.4% of students at Palencia 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
- 708
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 16.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- St. Johns County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.0%
- Phone
- (904) 547-4010
Resources & Links
District
ST. JOHNS- District Enrollment
- 51,434
- Schools in District
- 55
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,990
- District Rank
- #1 of 46
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