Needs Improvement
#3637 of 3,778 schools in FL
Palmetto Elementary School
Elementary School · POLK
315 PALMETTO ST, Poinciana, FL 34759
Enrollment
473
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
473
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,637 of 3,778
In Poinciana
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#141 of 155
POLK
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Palmetto Elementary School
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About Palmetto Elementary School
Palmetto Elementary School is a public elementary school in Poinciana, FL, part of POLK. Palmetto Elementary School serves approximately 473 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Palmetto Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #3,637 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Palmetto Elementary School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.2
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
69% of students at Palmetto 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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Palmetto Elementary School — Students at Palmetto Elementary School score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
73.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 33 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 2.4/10.
How Palmetto Elementary School Compares
See how Palmetto 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
315 PALMETTO ST, Poinciana, FL 34759
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Palmetto Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BELLALAGO CHARTER ACADEMY (rated 5.9/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Kissimmee), which scores notably higher. Another option is BRIDGEPREP ACADEMY OSCEOLA COUNTY (rated 5.5/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Kissimmee), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CHESTNUT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FOR SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING (rated 4.8/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby Kissimmee), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Poinciana, see our Poinciana schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 34759 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,373
Median Home Value
$271,400
Median Rent
$1,670/mo
Population
41,381
College Educated
26.8%
Homeownership
78.1%
Avg Commute
46.5 min
Poverty Rate
15.6%
Median Age
42.6
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| KENLY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa, FL | 3.4 |
| LEWIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Temple Terrace, FL | 3.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Palmetto Elementary School
What grades does Palmetto Elementary School serve?
Palmetto Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Palmetto Elementary School?
Palmetto Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 473 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Palmetto Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Palmetto Elementary School is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Palmetto Elementary School rank in FL?
Palmetto Elementary School ranks #3,637 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Palmetto Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Palmetto Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 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 Palmetto Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Palmetto Elementary School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Palmetto Elementary School a charter school?
No, Palmetto Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Palmetto Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Palmetto Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Palmetto Elementary School?
73.6% of students at Palmetto 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 473
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 73.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Polk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 69.3%
- Phone
- (863) 427-6012
Resources & Links
District
POLK- District Enrollment
- 111,041
- Schools in District
- 167
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,242
- District Rank
- #141 of 155
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