Serving 958 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hammock Pointe Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 958 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hammock Pointe Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hammock Pointe Elementary School's student population of 958 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
958 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hammock Pointe Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hammock Pointe Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#824 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
42%
37%
Black
8%
21%
White
43%
35%
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
42%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hammock Pointe Elementary School's ranking?
Hammock Pointe Elementary School is ranked #824 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Hammock Pointe Elementary School often compared to?
Hammock Pointe Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Del Prado Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Hammock Pointe Elementary School?
958 students attend Hammock Pointe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Hammock Pointe Elementary School students are White, 42% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hammock Pointe Elementary School?
Hammock Pointe Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hammock Pointe Elementary School offer ?
Hammock Pointe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Hammock Pointe Elementary School part of?
Hammock Pointe Elementary School is part of Palm Beach School District.
School Reviews
5 7/24/2014
hammock pointe elm was the best school i ever went to.I started going to school here in third grade and noticed a difference from this school and other schools hammock pointe has way nicer staff respectful but strict when needed which is good because i learned ALOT i recently i graduated 5th grade and i will never forget the good times here so if your a parent looking for a good school for your child pick HAMMOCK POINTE PS for 5th grade i recommend MR.BURRAGE and don't forget o talk to after school talk to Joanne Rispo,Jane walters, bonnie welch and vote for joanne rispo for next after school director !!!!!!
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