Serving 769 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Del Prado Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 769 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Del Prado Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Del Prado Elementary School's student population of 769 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
769 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Del Prado Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Del Prado Elementary School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#307 out of 3704 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
31%
36%
Black
4%
21%
White
57%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Del Prado Elementary School's ranking?
Del Prado Elementary School is ranked #307 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Del Prado Elementary School often compared to?
Del Prado Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Verde K-8, Calusa Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Del Prado Elementary School?
769 students attend Del Prado Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Del Prado Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Del Prado Elementary School?
Del Prado Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Del Prado Elementary School offer ?
Del Prado Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Del Prado Elementary School part of?
Del Prado Elementary School is part of Palm Beach School District.
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