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#1468 of 3,778 schools in FL

Top 39% in state

S. D. Spady Elementary School

Elementary School · PALM BEACH

901 NW 3RD ST, Delray Beach, FL 33444

Enrollment

459

Student-Teacher

14.8:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#1,468 of 3,778

In Delray Beach

#7 of 10

public schools

In district

#117 of 221

PALM BEACH

School environment

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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S. D. Spady Elementary School

6.9/10

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

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About S. D. Spady Elementary School

S. D. Spady Elementary School is a public elementary school in Delray Beach, FL, part of PALM BEACH.

S. D. Spady Elementary School serves approximately 459 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio.

S. D. Spady Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,468 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for S. D. Spady Elementary School show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.3 pts below district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 7.2
  • FL avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.9Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.19 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics8.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency65% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency61.7% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg+4.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+6.5 pts
Overall Proficiency63% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)52% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected+11.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile74th
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,897
Chronic Absenteeism13.9%

S. D. Spady Elementary School — Students at S. D. Spady Elementary School score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

47.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 65.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
58.1% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 63.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.2% (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
75%
ELA
79%
2010
Math
81%
ELA
80%
2011
Math
61%
ELA
70%
2012
Math
65%
ELA
68%
2013
ELA
64%
2014
Math
65%
ELA
65%
2015
Math
74%
ELA
65%
2016
Math
69%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
63%
2018
Math
68%
ELA
58%
2019
Math
68%
ELA
58%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
61.5%
ELA
58.5%
2024
Math
65%
ELA
61.7%

* 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: 4.9/10.

How S. D. Spady Elementary School Compares

See how S. D. Spady Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.9/10
61th percentile in FL
Academic
8.3/10
Excellent
Growth
4.9/10
Below Average
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
47%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.9%

Location

901 NW 3RD ST, Delray Beach, FL 33444

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering S. D. Spady Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PINE GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PLUMOSA SCHOOL OF THE ARTS (rated 8.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BANYAN CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Delray Beach, see our Delray Beach schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.3 mi
School Distance Rating
DAUGHTER OF ZION JUNIOR ACADEMY Delray Beach 0.4 mi 5.5
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Delray Beach 0.5 mi 5.8
TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHRCH OF DEL RAY BCH Delray Beach 0.5 mi 7.0
VILLAGE ACADEMY ON THE ART & SARA JO KOBACKER CAMPUS Delray Beach 1.0 mi 7.8
ATLANTIC HIGH SCHOOL Delray Beach 1.0 mi 6.7
ST VINCENT FERRER Delray Beach 1.1 mi 5.8
UNITY SCHOOL Delray Beach 1.4 mi 6.9
PINE GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Delray Beach 1.5 mi 9.1
PLUMOSA SCHOOL OF THE ARTS Delray Beach 1.6 mi 8.9
ST JOSEPH'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Boynton Beach 1.9 mi 8.0
SOUTH AREA SECONDARY INTENSIVE TRANSITION PROGRAM Boynton Beach 2.1 mi 6.5
CARVER MIDDLE SCHOOL Delray Beach 2.0 mi 4.8
BANYAN CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Delray Beach 2.0 mi 8.2
AMBROSE BAY HIGH SCHOOL Delray Beach 2.1 mi 7.6
CROSSPOINTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boynton Beach 2.3 mi 6.0
GULF STREAM SCHOOL Gulf Stream 2.7 mi 6.9
ORCHARD VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Delray Beach 3.0 mi 7.7
FOREST PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boynton Beach 3.5 mi 7.8
CONGRESS COMMUNITY MIDDLE SCHOOL Boynton Beach 3.8 mi 4.0
GALAXY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boynton Beach 4.3 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33444 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$74,803

Median Home Value

$425,200

Median Rent

$1,712/mo

Population

23,231

College Educated

33.2%

Homeownership

53.1%

Avg Commute

23.1 min

Poverty Rate

17.4%

Median Age

41

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about S. D. Spady Elementary School

What grades does S. D. Spady Elementary School serve?

S. D. Spady Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend S. D. Spady Elementary School?

S. D. Spady Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 459 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at S. D. Spady Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at S. D. Spady Elementary School is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does S. D. Spady Elementary School rank in FL?

S. D. Spady Elementary School ranks #1,468 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is S. D. Spady Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

S. D. Spady Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 S. D. Spady Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, S. D. Spady Elementary School has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is S. D. Spady Elementary School a charter school?

No, S. D. Spady Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is S. D. Spady Elementary School a Title I school?

No, S. D. Spady Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for S. D. Spady Elementary School?

47.3% of students at S. D. Spady 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
48 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
459
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
47.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Palm Beach County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.9%

District

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

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