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#574 of 3,778 schools in FL

Top 15% in state

Polo Park Middle School

Middle School · PALM BEACH

11901 LAKE WORTH RD, Wellington, FL 33449

Enrollment

1,163

Student-Teacher

19.7:1

Score

8.3

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#574 of 3,778

In Wellington

#5 of 12

public schools

In district

#51 of 221

PALM BEACH

Academic growth

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Polo Park Middle School

8.3/10

Middle School in Wellington · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Polo Park Middle School

Polo Park Middle School is a public middle school in Wellington, FL, part of PALM BEACH. Polo Park Middle School serves approximately 1,163 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 19.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Polo Park Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #574 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for Polo Park Middle School show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.8 pts above district
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.5
  • FL avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.7Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.09 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics8.3Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency63.3% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency71.3% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg+7.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+16.9 pts
Overall Proficiency67% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)60% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected+7.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile74th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,897
Chronic Absenteeism15.9%

Polo Park Middle School — Students at Polo Park Middle School score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

28.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 71.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
52.5% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 71.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
51.8% (2024 FAST)

Based on 33 test records from FL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
71%
ELA
73%
2010
Math
75%
ELA
71%
2011
Math
66%
ELA
64%
2012
Math
73%
ELA
70%
2013
ELA
73%
2014
Math
74%
ELA
69%
2015
Math
78%
ELA
74%
2016
Math
82%
ELA
76%
2017
Math
81%
ELA
77%
2018
Math
78%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
78%
ELA
72%
2020*
Math
65%
ELA
68%
2021*
Math
65%
ELA
68%
2022
Math
73.9%
ELA
67.3%
2024
Math
63.3%
ELA
71.3%

* 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: 8.7/10.

How Polo Park Middle School Compares

See how Polo Park Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.3/10
85th percentile in FL
Academic
8.3/10
Excellent
Growth
8.7/10
Excellent
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
28%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
59 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

11901 LAKE WORTH RD, Wellington, FL 33449

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Polo Park Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. EMERALD COVE MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 2.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, WOODLANDS MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Lake Worth), a more accessible option. For more schools in Wellington, see our Wellington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.1 mi
School Distance Rating
FOREST TRAIL ACADEMY Wellington 1.0 mi
PANTHER RUN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lake Worth 1.1 mi 9.4
ELBRIDGE GALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wellington 2.3 mi 8.6
RENAISSANCE CHARTER SCHOOL AT WELLINGTON Wellington 2.1 mi 6.7
NEW HORIZONS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wellington 2.3 mi 6.9
EMERALD COVE MIDDLE SCHOOL Wellington 2.2 mi 7.9
EQUESTRIAN TRAILS ELEMENTARY Wellington 2.3 mi 9.3
WELLINGTON HIGH SCHOOL Wellington 2.7 mi 7.3
WELLINGTON PREPARATORY SCHOOL Lake Worth 2.7 mi 7.9
SOMERSET ACADEMY WELLINGTON K-8 Wellington 3.0 mi 3.6
SOMERSET ACADEMY WELLINGTON HIGH SCHOOL Wellington 3.0 mi
DISCOVERY KEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lake Worth 2.9 mi 7.4
SCORE AT THE TOP LEARNING CENTER - WELLINGTON Wellington 3.3 mi
EDUCATION PLACE Wellington 3.5 mi 6.1
WELLINGTON COLLEGIATE ACADEMY Wellington 3.5 mi 7.9
WELLINGTON INSTITUTE OF LEARNING DEVELOPM Wellington 3.5 mi
WOODLANDS MIDDLE SCHOOL Lake Worth 3.3 mi 6.2
ST DAVID'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Wellington 3.6 mi
WELLINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wellington 3.8 mi 8.6
THE LEARNING CENTER Royal Palm Beach 4.1 mi 3.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33449 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$149,159

Median Home Value

$625,500

Median Rent

$2,892/mo

Population

9,131

College Educated

54%

Homeownership

91.1%

Avg Commute

31.5 min

Poverty Rate

11.2%

Median Age

49.4

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School Rating
ALICE B. LANDRUM MIDDLE SCHOOL Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 8.3
BROOKSIDE MIDDLE SCHOOL Sarasota, FL 8.3
CALLAHAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Callahan, FL 8.3
YULEE MIDDLE SCHOOL Yulee, FL 8.3
SARASOTA MIDDLE SCHOOL Sarasota, FL 8.4
VENICE MIDDLE SCHOOL Venice, FL 8.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Polo Park Middle School

What grades does Polo Park Middle School serve?

Polo Park Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Polo Park Middle School?

Polo Park Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 1,163 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Polo Park Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Polo Park Middle School is 19.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Polo Park Middle School rank in FL?

Polo Park Middle School ranks #574 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Polo Park Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Polo Park Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Polo Park Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Polo Park Middle School has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Polo Park Middle School a charter school?

No, Polo Park Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Polo Park Middle School a Title I school?

No, Polo Park Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Polo Park Middle School?

28.2% of students at Polo Park Middle 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
24 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,163
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
59
Free/Reduced Lunch
28.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Palm Beach County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.9%

District

PALM BEACH
District Enrollment
189,777
Schools in District
235
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,897
District Rank
#51 of 221

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