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#1115 of 3,778 schools in FL

Top 30% in state

South Grade Elementary School

Elementary School · PALM BEACH

716 S K ST, Lake Worth, FL 33460

Enrollment

614

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

7.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#1,115 of 3,778

In Lake Worth

#8 of 16

public schools

In district

#93 of 221

PALM BEACH

School environment

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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South Grade Elementary School

7.4/10

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

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7.0/10

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4.3/10

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About South Grade Elementary School

South Grade Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lake Worth, FL, part of PALM BEACH. South Grade Elementary School serves approximately 614 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. South Grade Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,115 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for South Grade Elementary School show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.2
  • FL avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.8Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.44 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics5.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency46% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg-14.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-20.2 pts
Overall Proficiency41% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected+0.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile37th
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,897
Chronic Absenteeism26.1%

South Grade Elementary School — Students at South Grade Elementary School score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

76.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 43.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
58.1% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 31.1% (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

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
59%
ELA
54%
2010
Math
48%
ELA
36%
2011
Math
35%
ELA
28%
2012
Math
45%
ELA
32%
2013
ELA
33%
2014
Math
38%
ELA
22%
2015
Math
48%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
21%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
28%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
28%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
25%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
25%
2022
Math
43.6%
ELA
38.4%
2024
Math
46%
ELA
35%

* 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: 7.8/10.

How South Grade Elementary School Compares

See how South Grade Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.4/10
71th percentile in FL
Academic
5.5/10
Average
Growth
7.8/10
Very Good
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
77%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.1%

Location

716 S K ST, Lake Worth, FL 33460

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering South Grade Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HIGHLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is IMAGINE SCHOOLS CHANCELLOR CAMPUS (rated 7.6/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Boynton Beach), with a very similar rating. Additionally, SACRED HEART SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Lake Worth, see our Lake Worth schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
SACRED HEART SCHOOL Lake Worth 1.0 mi 7.0
LAKE WORTH HIGH SCHOOL Lake Worth 0.9 mi 4.3
BARTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lake Worth 1.1 mi 6.2
HIGHLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lake Worth 1.2 mi 7.8
NORTH GRADE K-8 Lake Worth 1.3 mi 6.6
LANTANA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lantana 1.6 mi 6.4
PALM BEACH MARITIME ACADEMY ELEMENTARY Lantana 1.7 mi 3.7
NORTHERN PRIVATE SCHOOL Lake Worth 1.6 mi 5.8
PALM BEACH MARITIME ACADEMY SECONDARY Lantana 1.8 mi 5.1
LANTANA MIDDLE SCHOOL Lantana 1.9 mi 4.3
LAKE WORTH COMMUNITY MIDDLE Lake Worth 2.0 mi 3.5
ED VENTURE CHARTER SCHOOL Lantana 2.5 mi 4.2
PALM BEACH PREPARATORY CHARTER ACADEMY Palm Springs 2.5 mi 3.6
SOMERSET ACADEMY THE DR. BERNARD KIMMEL CAMPUS Lake Worth 2.5 mi 3.9
PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS Palm Beach Springs 2.9 mi 5.5
SOUTH OLIVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Palm Beach 3.2 mi 5.3
PALM SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palm Springs 3.1 mi 6.0
FOREST HILL COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL West Palm Beach 3.4 mi 6.1
HIGH REACH LEARNING CENTER DBA SMALL WORLD Palm Springs 3.2 mi
IMAGINE SCHOOLS CHANCELLOR CAMPUS Boynton Beach 3.3 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33460 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,702

Median Home Value

$333,200

Median Rent

$1,411/mo

Population

36,934

College Educated

24%

Homeownership

44.6%

Avg Commute

27.7 min

Poverty Rate

20.4%

Median Age

36.6

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EDISON PARK K-8 CENTER Miami, FL 7.4
FOREST CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Altamonte Springs, FL 7.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about South Grade Elementary School

What grades does South Grade Elementary School serve?

South Grade Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend South Grade Elementary School?

South Grade Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 614 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at South Grade Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at South Grade Elementary School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does South Grade Elementary School rank in FL?

South Grade Elementary School ranks #1,115 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is South Grade Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

South Grade Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 South Grade Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, South Grade Elementary School has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is South Grade Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is South Grade Elementary School a Title I school?

No, South Grade Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for South Grade Elementary School?

76.5% of students at South Grade 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
72 Very Walkable
Bike Score
94 Biker’s Paradise

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
614
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Free/Reduced Lunch
76.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Palm Beach County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.1%

District

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

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