Excellent
#93 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 2% in state
Sunset Palms Elementary School
Elementary School · PALM BEACH
8650 BOYNTON BEACH BLVD, Boynton Beach, FL 33472
Enrollment
952
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
9.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
952
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
9.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#93 of 3,778
In Boynton Beach
#1 of 23
public schools
In district
#13 of 221
PALM BEACH
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Sunset Palms Elementary School
Sunset Palms Elementary School is a public elementary school in Boynton Beach, FL, part of PALM BEACH. Sunset Palms Elementary School serves approximately 952 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Sunset Palms Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 out of 10 and ranks #93 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Sunset Palms Elementary School show 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.3 · Excellent
- District avg 7.2
- FL avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Sunset Palms Elementary School — Students at Sunset Palms Elementary School score 83% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
12.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.0/10.
How Sunset Palms Elementary School Compares
See how Sunset Palms 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
8650 BOYNTON BEACH BLVD, Boynton Beach, FL 33472
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sunset Palms Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HAGEN ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is CORAL REEF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Lake Worth), with a comparable rating. Additionally, CRYSTAL LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 2.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Boynton Beach, see our Boynton Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33472 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$98,289
Median Home Value
$410,700
Median Rent
$2,264/mo
Population
18,689
College Educated
40.4%
Homeownership
92.6%
Avg Commute
30.9 min
Poverty Rate
7.2%
Median Age
61.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sunset Palms Elementary School
What grades does Sunset Palms Elementary School serve?
Sunset Palms Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Sunset Palms Elementary School?
Sunset Palms Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 952 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunset Palms Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sunset Palms Elementary School is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sunset Palms Elementary School rank in FL?
Sunset Palms Elementary School ranks #93 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Sunset Palms Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sunset Palms Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 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 Sunset Palms Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sunset Palms Elementary School has 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sunset Palms Elementary School a charter school?
No, Sunset Palms Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sunset Palms Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Sunset Palms Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sunset Palms Elementary School?
12.8% of students at Sunset Palms 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
- 952
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 62
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 12.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Palm Beach County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.3%
- Phone
- (561) 752-1100
Resources & Links
District
PALM BEACH- District Enrollment
- 189,777
- Schools in District
- 235
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,897
- District Rank
- #13 of 221
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