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#775 of 3,778 schools in FL

Top 21% in state

Royal Palm Elementary School

Elementary School · MIAMI-DADE

4200 SW 112TH CT, Miami, FL 33165

Enrollment

476

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

7.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#775 of 3,778

In Miami

#88 of 280

public schools

In district

#146 of 497

MIAMI-DADE

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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7.9/10

Elementary School in Miami · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Royal Palm Elementary School

Royal Palm Elementary School is a public elementary school in Miami, FL, part of MIAMI-DADE. Royal Palm Elementary School serves approximately 476 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Royal Palm Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #775 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for Royal Palm Elementary School show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 7.9 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.3
  • FL avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.8Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.73 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics8.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency68.3% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency56.3% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg+7.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+1.1 pts
Overall Proficiency62% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected+16.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile77th
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,066
Chronic Absenteeism21.6%

Royal Palm Elementary School — Students at Royal Palm Elementary School score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

61.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 73.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
58.1% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 68.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.2% (2024 FAST)

Based on 34 test records from FL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
83%
ELA
80%
2010
Math
80%
ELA
75%
2011
Math
81%
ELA
74%
2012
Math
81%
ELA
73%
2013
Math
71%
ELA
68%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
64%
2015
Math
68%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
69%
ELA
64%
2017
Math
85%
ELA
77%
2018
Math
79%
ELA
76%
2019
Math
79%
ELA
76%
2020*
Math
63%
ELA
70%
2021*
Math
63%
ELA
70%
2022
Math
66.7%
ELA
72%
2024
Math
68.3%
ELA
56.3%

* 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: 6.8/10.

How Royal Palm Elementary School Compares

See how Royal Palm Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.9/10
80th percentile in FL
Academic
8.5/10
Excellent
Growth
6.8/10
Average
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
62%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.6%

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

4200 SW 112TH CT, Miami, FL 33165

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Royal Palm Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SNAPPER CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PINECREST COVE ACADEMY (rated 8.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, TROPICAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Miami, see our Miami schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
LITTLE HEROES ACADEMY CORP Miami 0.3 mi
WEST DADE ACADEMY Miami 0.6 mi 4.5
PINECREST COVE ACADEMY Miami 0.6 mi 8.7
CYPRESS K-8 CENTER Miami 0.8 mi 5.8
FL ACADEMY Miami 0.9 mi
TROPICAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami 0.9 mi 8.4
RIVIERA MIDDLE SCHOOL Miami 1.0 mi 7.7
HIGHPOINT ACADEMY Miami 1.0 mi 6.8
VILLAGE GREEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami 1.1 mi 7.7
BRIDGEPREP ACADEMY SOUTH Miami 1.2 mi 5.3
WESTWOOD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Miami 1.2 mi 7.0
PETER PAN CHILDCARE & LEARNING CENTER Miami 1.3 mi 5.0
ST TIMOTHY PARISH SCHOOL Miami 1.4 mi 3.9
CASA MONTESSORI ACADEMY Miami 1.4 mi
GLADEVIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Miami 1.5 mi 6.4
ROSEMONT ACADEMY Miami 1.5 mi 7.2
OLYMPIA HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami 1.5 mi 8.4
GREENGLADE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami 1.7 mi 8.1
SNAPPER CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami 1.8 mi 8.8
CHILDRENS CREATIVE LEARNING CENTER AT FIU Miami 1.9 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33165 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$84,086

Median Home Value

$476,100

Median Rent

$1,796/mo

Population

50,471

College Educated

28.4%

Homeownership

73.3%

Avg Commute

30.2 min

Poverty Rate

9%

Median Age

49.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Royal Palm Elementary School

What grades does Royal Palm Elementary School serve?

Royal Palm Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Royal Palm Elementary School?

Royal Palm Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 476 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Royal Palm Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Royal Palm Elementary School is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Royal Palm Elementary School rank in FL?

Royal Palm Elementary School ranks #775 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Royal Palm Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Royal Palm Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Royal Palm Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Royal Palm Elementary School has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Royal Palm Elementary School a charter school?

No, Royal Palm Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Royal Palm Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Royal Palm Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Royal Palm Elementary School?

61.6% of students at Royal Palm 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
67 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
476
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Free/Reduced Lunch
61.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Miami-Dade County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.6%

District

MIAMI-DADE
District Enrollment
335,500
Schools in District
536
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,066
District Rank
#146 of 497

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