Excellent
#114 of 3,777 schools in FL
Top 3% 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
8.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
834
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Palm Beach Gardens
#1 of 12
public schools
Florida elementary schools
#108 of 2,196
In district
#4 of 221
PALM BEACH
Equity
9.6 / 10
Exceptional
About Timber Trace Elementary School
Timber Trace Elementary School is a public elementary school in Palm Beach Gardens, FL, part of the PALM BEACH. The school serves approximately 834 students in grades Pre-K – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 15.2:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.8/10, placing it in the 97th percentile among FL schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 87% proficiency in math, 29 points above the state average and 74% in reading/language arts, 20 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (8.9/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $123,405, where 59% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a small city setting.
What's said publicly about Timber Trace Elementary School
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Score Breakdown
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Timber Trace Elementary School — Students at Timber Trace Elementary School score 78% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
31.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 11 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: 8.4/10.
How Timber Trace Elementary School Compares
See how Timber Trace Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 84% (2019) to 76% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 77% (2019) to 79% (2021).
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 8.5/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is PALM BEACH GARDENS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 2.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER K-8 (rated 8.2/10, 2.5 miles away), 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 | 4.8 |
| ARTHUR I MEYER JEWISH ACADEMY Palm Beach Gardens | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| MARSH POINTE ELEMENTARY Palm Beach Gardens | 1.3 mi | 8.5 |
| 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 | 4.6 |
| WILLIAM T. DWYER HIGH SCHOOL West Palm Beach | 2.1 mi | 6.0 |
| ST MARK'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Palm Beach Gardens | 2.2 mi | 6.9 |
| PALM BEACH GARDENS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palm Beach Gardens | 2.4 mi | 8.2 |
| DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER K-8 Palm Beach Gardens | 2.5 mi | 8.2 |
| 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 | 7.8 |
| PALM BEACH VIRTUAL FRANCHISE Palm Beach Gardens | 3.0 mi | 8.8 |
| PALM BEACH VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM Palm Beach Gardens | 3.0 mi | 5.6 |
| ALLAMANDA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palm Beach Gardens | 2.9 mi | 7.4 |
| HOWELL L. WATKINS MIDDLE SCHOOL Palm Beach Gardens | 3.1 mi | 6.3 |
| ST CLARE SCHOOL North Palm Beach | 3.1 mi | 5.8 |
| INDEPENDENCE MIDDLE SCHOOL Jupiter | 3.4 mi | 5.7 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Timber Trace Elementary School has a median household income of $123,405. It is a well-educated community where 59% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $608,500, with a median rent of $2,304/month. The local poverty rate of 5.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BAUDER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Seminole, FL | 8.8 |
| BAY VISTA FUNDAMENTAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg, FL | 8.8 |
| BLUE LAKE ELEMENTARY Boca Raton, FL | 8.8 |
| BRADEN RIVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bradenton, FL | 8.8 |
| BRYANT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa, FL | 8.8 |
| CITRUS PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa, FL | 8.8 |
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 is ranked #114 out of 3,777 schools in FL.
What is Timber Trace Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Timber Trace Elementary School has a composite rating of 8.8 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Timber Trace Elementary School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Timber Trace Elementary School has 86.7% math proficiency and 74.4% reading/ELA proficiency.
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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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
- Phone
- (561) 366-6200
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
PALM BEACH- District Enrollment
- 189,777
- Schools in District
- 235
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,897
- District Rank
- #4 of 221
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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