Serving 641 students in grades 3-5, Beacon Cove Intermediate School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 87% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 641 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beacon Cove Intermediate 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
Beacon Cove Intermediate School's student population of 641 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
641 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Beacon Cove Intermediate School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beacon Cove Intermediate School is 0.44, 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
#71 out of 3704 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
16%
37%
Black
1%
21%
White
73%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beacon Cove Intermediate School's ranking?
Beacon Cove Intermediate School is ranked #71 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Beacon Cove Intermediate School often compared to?
Beacon Cove Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lighthouse Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
87% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Beacon Cove Intermediate School?
641 students attend Beacon Cove Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Beacon Cove Intermediate School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Beacon Cove Intermediate School?
Beacon Cove Intermediate School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Beacon Cove Intermediate School offer ?
Beacon Cove Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Beacon Cove Intermediate School part of?
Beacon Cove Intermediate School is part of Palm Beach School District.
In what neighborhood is Beacon Cove Intermediate School located?
Beacon Cove Intermediate School is located in the Abacoa neighborhood of Jupiter, FL. There are 4 other public schools located in Abacoa.
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