Average
#1763 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 47% in state
Palm Cove Elementary School
Elementary School · BROWARD
11601 WASHINGTON ST, Pembroke Pines, FL 33025
Enrollment
411
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
411
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,763 of 3,778
In Pembroke Pines
#21 of 29
public schools
In district
#161 of 319
BROWARD
Academic performance
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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Palm Cove Elementary School
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About Palm Cove Elementary School
Palm Cove Elementary School is a public elementary school in Pembroke Pines, FL, part of BROWARD. Palm Cove Elementary School serves approximately 411 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Palm Cove Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,763 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Palm Cove Elementary School show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
41% of students at Palm Cove Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Palm Cove Elementary School — Students at Palm Cove Elementary School score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 34 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: 5.6/10.
How Palm Cove Elementary School Compares
See how Palm Cove 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
11601 WASHINGTON ST, Pembroke Pines, FL 33025
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Palm Cove Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RENAISSANCE CHARTER MIDDLE SCHOOL AT PINES (rated 9.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PEMBROKE LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ATLANTIC MONTESSORI CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pembroke Pines, see our Pembroke Pines schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33025 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,120
Median Home Value
$339,400
Median Rent
$1,945/mo
Population
74,512
College Educated
30.1%
Homeownership
46.5%
Avg Commute
28.4 min
Poverty Rate
10.9%
Median Age
37.9
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| IMAGINE CHARTER SCHOOL AT NORTH LAUDERDALE ELEMENTARY North Lauderdale, FL | 6.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Palm Cove Elementary School
What grades does Palm Cove Elementary School serve?
Palm Cove Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Palm Cove Elementary School?
Palm Cove Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 411 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Palm Cove Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Palm Cove Elementary School is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Palm Cove Elementary School rank in FL?
Palm Cove Elementary School ranks #1,763 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Palm Cove Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Palm Cove Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Cove Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Palm Cove Elementary School has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Palm Cove Elementary School a charter school?
No, Palm Cove Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Palm Cove Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Palm Cove Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Palm Cove Elementary School?
50.1% of students at Palm Cove 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
- 411
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Broward County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.6%
- Phone
- (754) 323-6800
Resources & Links
District
BROWARD- District Enrollment
- 251,408
- Schools in District
- 325
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,121
- District Rank
- #161 of 319
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