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#113 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Top 8% of private schools

Palm Beach Day Academy

School

1901 S FLAGLER DR, West Palm Beach, FL 33401

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on FL statewide data. Learn more

Enrollment

440

Student-Teacher

6.1:1

Score

7.9

Grades

Pre-K – 9th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In West Palm Beach

#3 of 20

public schools

Florida schools

#62 of 694

About Palm Beach Day Academy

Palm Beach Day Academy serves 440 students from prekindergarten through ninth grade in West Palm Beach, offering an intimate educational environment with an exceptional 6:1 student-teacher ratio. With 72 full-time equivalent teachers, this regular public school provides notably small class sizes that allow for individualized attention and support. The school has earned a strong 9.2 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout, reflecting its commitment to educational excellence.

While ranked #855 out of 1,462 schools statewide, placing it in the 42nd percentile among Florida schools, Palm Beach Day Academy's impressive student-teacher ratio suggests a focus on personalized learning experiences that can benefit student development. Located at 1901 S Flagler Drive, the school serves a diverse community where 42% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, and the median household income is $55,238. The surrounding neighborhood reflects a mix of economic backgrounds, with median home values around $354,900 and a poverty rate of 16.9% among the area's 31,625 residents.

Palm Beach Day Academy operates in West Palm Beach's mid-size city environment, providing students with both urban opportunities and a close-knit school community atmosphere that supports learning from the earliest grades through middle school years.

What Parents Should Know

With a student-teacher ratio of 6.1:1, Palm Beach Day Academy offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

As a private school, Palm Beach Day Academy operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Financial Overview

Source: IRS Form 990 (2023 filing)

Per-Pupil Spending
Total expenses ÷ enrollment
$44,763
Per-Pupil Revenue
Total revenue ÷ enrollment
$72,775
Financial Health
Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
1.63x — Strong
Tuition Dependency
Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
60%
Total Assets
End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
$72.6M

Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 440 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Palm Beach Day Academy compares to 52 public schools serving similar grades in West Palm Beach, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio
6.1:1
This School
vs
16.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
440
This School
vs
663
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.9
This School
vs
6.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 66.1% vs 0%
Asian 5.2% vs 0%
Black 3.6% vs 0%
Hispanic 3.6% vs 0%
Palm Beach Day Academy West Palm Beach Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Palm Beach Day Academy (this school) 7.9
ALEXANDER W DREYFOOS JUNIOR SCHOOL OF THE ARTS 7.2
BELVEDERE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.2
CONNISTON MIDDLE SCHOOL 6.5
WORTHINGTON HIGH SCHOOL 5.4
U. B. KINSEY/PALMVIEW ELEMENTARY 6.8
CONNECTIONS EDUCATION CENTER OF THE PALM BEACHES 3.7
FLORIDA FUTURES ACADEMY 4.1
ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 4.3
WESTWARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 5.4
RENAISSANCE CHARTER SCHOOL AT SUMMIT 5.5
ROOSEVELT MIDDLE SCHOOL 7.6
PALMETTO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 6.6
WEST GATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 5.8
PLEASANT CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 6.4
UNIVERSITY PREPARATORY ACADEMY PALM BEACH 5.0
MEADOW PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 8.4
RENAISSANCE CHARTER SCHOOL AT WEST PALM BEACH 9.1
SPORTS LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT (SLAM) MIDDLE SCHOOL PALM 6.3
SLAM ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL PALM BEACH 5.3
SOUTH OLIVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.3

Showing 20 of 52 schools. View all schools in West Palm Beach

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 9.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 6.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 5.5 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,190
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 7.4 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 51%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 440
View data sources

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)

White 66.1%
Two or More 20.7%
Asian 5.2%
Black 3.6%
Hispanic 3.6%
Native American 0.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1901 S FLAGLER DR, West Palm Beach, FL 33401

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Palm Beach Day Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. PALM BEACH DAY ACADEMY (rated 7.2/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Palm Beach), with a comparable rating. Additionally, MOUNTAINEERS SCHOOL OF AUTISM INC (rated 7.2/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in West Palm Beach, see our West Palm Beach schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
THE GREENE SCHOOL West Palm Beach 0.3 mi 7.1
PALM BEACH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY West Palm Beach 0.5 mi 6.8
NEW GENERATION MONTESSORI WPB West Palm Beach 0.6 mi
PALM BEACH PUBLIC SCHOOL Palm Beach 0.9 mi 7.7
THE BILGRAV SCHOOL West Palm Beach 1.0 mi
ALEXANDER W DREYFOOS JUNIOR SCHOOL OF THE ARTS West Palm Beach 1.0 mi 7.2
BELVEDERE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Palm Beach 1.0 mi 7.2
PALM BEACH DAY ACADEMY Palm Beach 1.0 mi 7.2
ST ANN CATHOLIC SCHOOL West Palm Beach 1.3 mi 7.2
MOUNTAINEERS SCHOOL OF AUTISM INC West Palm Beach 1.2 mi 7.2
CONNISTON MIDDLE SCHOOL West Palm Beach 1.5 mi 6.5
ROSARIAN ACADEMY West Palm Beach 1.6 mi 8.4
ST JULIANA CATHOLIC SCHOOL West Palm Beach 1.7 mi 7.1
WORTHINGTON HIGH SCHOOL West Palm Beach 1.6 mi 5.4
U. B. KINSEY/PALMVIEW ELEMENTARY West Palm Beach 1.9 mi 6.8
ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Palm Beach 2.3 mi 4.3
WESTWARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Palm Beach 2.3 mi 5.4
CONNECTIONS EDUCATION CENTER OF THE PALM BEACHES West Palm Beach 2.2 mi 3.7
FLORIDA FUTURES ACADEMY West Palm Beach 2.2 mi 4.1
RENAISSANCE CHARTER SCHOOL AT SUMMIT West Palm Beach 2.4 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33401 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,942

Median Home Value

$430,900

Median Rent

$1,774/mo

Population

31,964

College Educated

42.5%

Homeownership

37.1%

Avg Commute

21 min

Poverty Rate

17%

Median Age

38.5

Community Profile

The community surrounding Palm Beach Day Academy has a median household income of $60,942. It is a well-educated community where 43% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $430,900, with a median rent of $1,774/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.0%. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
HIGHLANDS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pompano Beach, FL 7.9
THE CANTERBURY SCHOOL OF FLORIDA St. Petersburg, FL 7.9
GENERATION Z ACADEMY Orlando, FL 8.0
HOPE ACADEMY Homestead, FL 8.0
SUNRISE ACADEMY Orange City, FL 8.0
NORTH TAMPA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Wesley Chapel, FL 7.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Palm Beach Day Academy

What grades does Palm Beach Day Academy serve?

Palm Beach Day Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 9th.

How many students attend Palm Beach Day Academy?

Palm Beach Day Academy has an enrollment of approximately 440 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Palm Beach Day Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Palm Beach Day Academy is 6.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Palm Beach Day Academy rank in FL?

Palm Beach Day Academy is ranked #113 out of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Palm Beach Day Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Palm Beach Day Academy has a composite rating of 7.9 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Palm Beach Day Academy a private school?

Yes, Palm Beach Day 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 Palm Beach Day Academy a religious school?

No, Palm Beach Day Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
74 Very Walkable
Transit Score
31 Some Transit
Bike Score
59 Bikeable
City Safety
High (2,726/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (West Palm Beach). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 9th
Enrollment
440
Gender Split
48% M / 52% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
72
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
170 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
PALM BEACH
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

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