Average
#2548 of 3,778 schools in FL
Starlight Cove Elementary School
Elementary School · PALM BEACH
6300 SEMINOLE DR, Lantana, FL 33462
Enrollment
785
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
785
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,548 of 3,778
In Lantana
#4 of 8
public schools
In district
#173 of 221
PALM BEACH
School environment
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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Starlight Cove Elementary School
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About Starlight Cove Elementary School
Starlight Cove Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lantana, FL, part of PALM BEACH. Starlight Cove Elementary School serves approximately 785 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Starlight Cove Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,548 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Starlight Cove Elementary School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 7.2
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Starlight Cove Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Starlight Cove Elementary School — Students at Starlight Cove Elementary School score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
70.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 33 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 5.3/10.
How Starlight Cove Elementary School Compares
See how Starlight Cove Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
6300 SEMINOLE DR, Lantana, FL 33462
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Starlight Cove Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RENAISSANCE CHARTER SCHOOL AT CENTRAL PALM (rated 7.7/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Lake Worth), which scores notably higher. Another option is IMAGINE SCHOOLS CHANCELLOR CAMPUS (rated 7.6/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Boynton Beach), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HIDDEN OAKS K-8 (rated 7.5/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Lake Worth), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lantana, see our Lantana schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33462 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,288
Median Home Value
$323,600
Median Rent
$1,659/mo
Population
32,495
College Educated
28.4%
Homeownership
66.8%
Avg Commute
24.7 min
Poverty Rate
10.4%
Median Age
42.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Starlight Cove Elementary School
What grades does Starlight Cove Elementary School serve?
Starlight Cove Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Starlight Cove Elementary School?
Starlight Cove Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 785 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Starlight Cove Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Starlight Cove Elementary School is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Starlight Cove Elementary School rank in FL?
Starlight Cove Elementary School ranks #2,548 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Starlight Cove Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Starlight Cove Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Starlight Cove Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Starlight Cove Elementary School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Starlight Cove Elementary School a charter school?
No, Starlight Cove Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Starlight Cove Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Starlight Cove Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Starlight Cove Elementary School?
70.6% of students at Starlight Cove 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 785
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Palm Beach County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.1%
- Phone
- (561) 804-3600
Resources & Links
District
PALM BEACH- District Enrollment
- 189,777
- Schools in District
- 235
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,897
- District Rank
- #173 of 221
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