North Area Elementary Transition School serves 3 students in grades 3-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was <50% (which was lower than the Florida state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was <50% (which was lower than the Florida state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 2:1 was lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
3 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)<50%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)<50%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
2:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
37%
Black
100%
21%
White
n/a
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (07-08)
82%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (05-06)
19%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% FL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% FL state average).
How many students attend North Area Elementary Transition School?
3 students attend North Area Elementary Transition School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of North Area Elementary Transition School students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Area Elementary Transition School?
North Area Elementary Transition School has a student ration of 2:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does North Area Elementary Transition School offer ?
North Area Elementary Transition School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is North Area Elementary Transition School part of?
North Area Elementary Transition School is part of Palm Beach School District.
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