Very Good
#1114 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 30% in state
Palm Beach School for Autism
School · PALM BEACH
8480 LANTANA RD, Lake Worth Fl, FL 33467
Enrollment
371
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
371
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,114 of 3,778
In district
#92 of 221
PALM BEACH
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Palm Beach School for Autism
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About Palm Beach School for Autism
Palm Beach School for Autism is a public school in Lake Worth Fl, FL, part of PALM BEACH. Palm Beach School for Autism serves approximately 371 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 7.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Palm Beach School for Autism has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,114 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Palm Beach School for Autism show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 6.8
- FL avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Palm Beach School for Autism sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 7.7:1 students to teachers, Palm Beach School for Autism sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Palm Beach School for Autism is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Palm Beach School for Autism — Students at Palm Beach School for Autism score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
37.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 25 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: 6.9/10.
How Palm Beach School for Autism Compares
See how Palm Beach School for Autism performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
8480 LANTANA RD, Lake Worth Fl, FL 33467
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Palm Beach School for Autism may also want to explore other schools in the area. PANTHER RUN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.4/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Lake Worth), which scores notably higher. Another option is EQUESTRIAN TRAILS ELEMENTARY (rated 9.3/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Wellington), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CORAL REEF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Lake Worth), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lake Worth Fl, see our Lake Worth Fl schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33467 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$93,053
Median Home Value
$413,600
Median Rent
$1,975/mo
Population
56,447
College Educated
41.9%
Homeownership
86.6%
Avg Commute
30.9 min
Poverty Rate
7.5%
Median Age
49.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Palm Beach School for Autism
What grades does Palm Beach School for Autism serve?
Palm Beach School for Autism serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Palm Beach School for Autism?
Palm Beach School for Autism has an enrollment of approximately 371 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Palm Beach School for Autism?
The student-teacher ratio at Palm Beach School for Autism is 7.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Palm Beach School for Autism rank in FL?
Palm Beach School for Autism ranks #1,114 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Palm Beach School for Autism's MySchoolScout rating?
Palm Beach School for Autism has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Palm Beach School for Autism?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Palm Beach School for Autism has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Palm Beach School for Autism a charter school?
Yes, Palm Beach School for Autism is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Palm Beach School for Autism a Title I school?
No, Palm Beach School for Autism is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Palm Beach School for Autism?
37.2% of students at Palm Beach School for Autism qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 371
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 37.2%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Palm Beach County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.9%
- Phone
- (561) 533-9917
- 4-Year Graduation
- 80%+
Resources & Links
District
PALM BEACH- District Enrollment
- 189,777
- Schools in District
- 235
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,897
- District Rank
- #92 of 221
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