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South Olive Elementary School

Elementary School · PALM BEACH

7101 S OLIVE AVE, West Palm Beach, FL 33405

Enrollment

479

Student-Teacher

15:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#2,628 of 3,778

In West Palm Beach

#36 of 49

public schools

In district

#174 of 221

PALM BEACH

School environment

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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South Olive Elementary School

5.3/10

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

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About South Olive Elementary School

South Olive Elementary School is a public elementary school in West Palm Beach, FL, part of PALM BEACH. South Olive Elementary School serves approximately 479 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. South Olive Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,628 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for South Olive Elementary School show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.9 pts below district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 7.2
  • FL avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.2Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.03 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics8.1Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency66.2% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency56% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg+5.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+0.8 pts
Overall Proficiency61% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected+10.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile71th
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,897
Chronic Absenteeism26.1%

South Olive Elementary School — Students at South Olive Elementary School score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

50.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 71.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
57.5% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 68.7% (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
95%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
90%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
83%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
76%
ELA
80%
2013
ELA
77%
2014
Math
76%
ELA
71%
2015
Math
70%
ELA
65%
2016
Math
65%
ELA
61%
2017
Math
63%
ELA
60%
2018
Math
70%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
70%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
64%
ELA
65%
2021*
Math
64%
ELA
65%
2022
Math
59.2%
ELA
61.7%
2024
Math
66.3%
ELA
56%

* 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: 2.2/10.

How South Olive Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.3/10
31th percentile in FL
Academic
8.1/10
Excellent
Growth
2.2/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
51%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.1%

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

7101 S OLIVE AVE, West Palm Beach, FL 33405

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering South Olive Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MEADOW PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SOMERSET ACADEMY LAKES (rated 8.9/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Miami), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HIGHLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Lake Worth), which scores notably higher. For more schools in West Palm Beach, see our West Palm Beach schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
FOREST HILL COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL West Palm Beach 0.8 mi 6.1
PALMETTO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Palm Beach 0.8 mi 7.0
ST JULIANA CATHOLIC SCHOOL West Palm Beach 1.4 mi 7.1
RENAISSANCE CHARTER SCHOOL AT SUMMIT West Palm Beach 1.5 mi 7.0
LAKE WORTH COMMUNITY MIDDLE Lake Worth 1.7 mi 3.5
CONNISTON MIDDLE SCHOOL West Palm Beach 1.8 mi 6.4
MEADOW PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Palm Beach 1.7 mi 9.2
NORTH GRADE K-8 Lake Worth 1.9 mi 6.6
ATLANTIS ACADEMY PALM BEACHES West Palm Beach 1.8 mi 7.1
G-STAR SCHOOL OF THE ARTS West Palm Beach 1.9 mi 7.1
SACRED HEART SCHOOL Lake Worth 2.2 mi 7.0
HIGHLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lake Worth 2.3 mi 7.8
SOMERSET ACADEMY LAKES Miami 2.2 mi 8.9
SPORTS LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT (SLAM) MIDDLE SCHOOL PALM West Palm Beach 2.2 mi 5.9
SLAM ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL PALM BEACH West Palm Beach 2.2 mi 4.8
BELVEDERE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Palm Beach 2.4 mi 6.7
HIGH REACH LEARNING CENTER DBA SMALL WORLD Palm Springs 2.2 mi
PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS Palm Beach Springs 2.3 mi 5.5
LAKE WORTH HIGH SCHOOL Lake Worth 2.7 mi 4.3
ESE OTHER TEACHING SERVICES West Palm Beach 2.5 mi 3.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33405 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$82,945

Median Home Value

$401,200

Median Rent

$1,432/mo

Population

19,703

College Educated

34.3%

Homeownership

58.5%

Avg Commute

22.6 min

Poverty Rate

13.8%

Median Age

43.7

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BROOKVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville, FL 5.3
CAROL CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami Gardens, FL 5.3
CAROLYN BEATRICE PARKER ELEMENTARY Gainesville, FL 5.3
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about South Olive Elementary School

What grades does South Olive Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend South Olive Elementary School?

South Olive Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 479 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at South Olive Elementary School is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does South Olive Elementary School rank in FL?

South Olive Elementary School ranks #2,628 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is South Olive Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

South Olive Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 South Olive Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, South Olive Elementary School has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is South Olive Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is South Olive Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

50.7% of students at South Olive 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
55 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
34 Some Transit
Bike Score
56 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
479
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
50.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
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
#174 of 221

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