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#89 of 3,778 schools in FL

Top 2% in state

Timber Trace Elementary School

Elementary School · PALM BEACH

5200 117TH CT N, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418

Enrollment

834

Student-Teacher

15.2:1

Score

9.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#89 of 3,778

In Palm Beach Gardens

#3 of 12

public schools

In district

#9 of 221

PALM BEACH

Academic performance

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Timber Trace Elementary School

9.3/10

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

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About Timber Trace Elementary School

Timber Trace Elementary School is a public elementary school in Palm Beach Gardens, FL, part of PALM BEACH. Timber Trace Elementary School serves approximately 834 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Timber Trace Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 out of 10 and ranks #89 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for Timber Trace Elementary School show 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

What's said publicly about Timber Trace Elementary School

Sources: School's website

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.

Timber Trace Elementary School is located in the School District of Palm Beach County, Florida 1 . The school's mission is to provide an education that prepares students for lifelong learning and responsible citizenship, emphasizing a safe climate that facilitates achievement through active learning, self-esteem, and mutual respect 1 . The vision involves collaboration among staff, parents, and the community to help students reach their greatest potential in academic, technological, social, physical, and emotional skills 1 . The school offers free breakfast and lunch through its School Food Service program 1 . It participates in the Florida Department of Education's ESE Parent Survey for the 2025–2026 school year, which targets parents of children with Individualized Educational Plans receiving Exceptional Student Education services 1 . Veronica Torres Romero serves as the Parent and Family Services Specialist for inquiries regarding the survey 1 . The school also offers District Choice Programs for families with students from pre-kindergarten through grade 12 1 . Upcoming campus events include a Book Fair starting May 13, a PTA Ice Cream Social on May 19, and a high school graduation walk on May 15 1 .
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  1. ttes.palmbeachschools.org
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How it compares2.1 pts above district
  • This school 9.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.2
  • FL avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.1Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change+0.12 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics9.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency90% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency72% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg+29.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+16.8 pts
Overall Proficiency81% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected+22.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile94th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,897
Chronic Absenteeism16.9%

Timber Trace Elementary School — Students at Timber Trace Elementary School score 81% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

31.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 82.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
57.5% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 76.1% (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

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
85%
ELA
83%
2010
Math
85%
ELA
83%
2011
Math
71%
ELA
73%
2012
Math
76%
ELA
74%
2013
ELA
77%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
74%
2015
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
81%
ELA
73%
2017
Math
81%
ELA
73%
2018
Math
84%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
84%
ELA
77%
2020*
Math
76%
ELA
79%
2021*
Math
76%
ELA
79%
2022
Math
82.1%
ELA
83.6%
2024
Math
90%
ELA
72%

* 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: 9.1/10.

How Timber Trace Elementary School Compares

See how Timber Trace Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.3/10
98th percentile in FL
Academic
9.6/10
Excellent
Growth
9.1/10
Excellent
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
32%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
55 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.9%

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

5200 117TH CT N, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Timber Trace Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MARSH POINTE ELEMENTARY (rated 9.4/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is PALM BEACH GARDENS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 2.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, BEACON COVE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Jupiter), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Palm Beach Gardens, see our Palm Beach Gardens schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi
School Distance Rating
WATSON B. DUNCAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Palm Beach Gardens 0.1 mi 7.0
FRANKLIN ACADEMY- PALM BEACH GARDENS Palm Beach Gardens 1.3 mi 6.0
ARTHUR I MEYER JEWISH ACADEMY Palm Beach Gardens 1.4 mi 6.2
MARSH POINTE ELEMENTARY Palm Beach Gardens 1.3 mi 9.4
SCORE AT THE TOP PALM BEACH LLC Palm Beach Gardens 1.3 mi 6.2
THE WEISS SCHOOL Palm Beach Gardens 1.7 mi 7.5
PALM BEACH GARDENS HIGH SCHOOL Palm Beach Gardens 1.9 mi 5.0
WILLIAM T. DWYER HIGH SCHOOL West Palm Beach 2.1 mi 7.4
ST MARK'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Palm Beach Gardens 2.2 mi 6.9
PALM BEACH GARDENS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palm Beach Gardens 2.4 mi 9.0
DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER K-8 Palm Beach Gardens 2.5 mi 8.4
GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT PALM BEACH GARDENS Palm Beach Gardens 2.8 mi
GARDENS SCHOOL OF TECHNOLOGY ARTS INC Palm Beach Gardens 2.9 mi 6.2
BEACON COVE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Jupiter 3.0 mi 8.7
PALM BEACH VIRTUAL FRANCHISE Palm Beach Gardens 3.0 mi 9.7
PALM BEACH VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM Palm Beach Gardens 3.0 mi 5.6
ALLAMANDA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palm Beach Gardens 2.9 mi 7.2
HOWELL L. WATKINS MIDDLE SCHOOL Palm Beach Gardens 3.1 mi 6.0
ST CLARE SCHOOL North Palm Beach 3.1 mi 5.8
INDEPENDENCE MIDDLE SCHOOL Jupiter 3.4 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33418 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$123,405

Median Home Value

$608,500

Median Rent

$2,304/mo

Population

42,979

College Educated

59%

Homeownership

77%

Avg Commute

25.2 min

Poverty Rate

5.3%

Median Age

51.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Timber Trace Elementary School

What grades does Timber Trace Elementary School serve?

Timber Trace Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Timber Trace Elementary School?

Timber Trace Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 834 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Timber Trace Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Timber Trace Elementary School is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Timber Trace Elementary School rank in FL?

Timber Trace Elementary School ranks #89 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Timber Trace Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Timber Trace 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 Timber Trace Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Timber Trace Elementary School has 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Timber Trace Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Timber Trace Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Timber Trace Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Timber Trace Elementary School?

31.5% of students at Timber Trace 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
11 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
834
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
55
Free/Reduced Lunch
31.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Palm Beach County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.9%

District

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

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