Serving 735 students in grades Kindergarten-8, North Grade K-8 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 735 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Grade K-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
North Grade K-8's student population of 735 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
735 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Grade K-8 ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Grade K-8 is 0.49, 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
#1757 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
69%
37%
Black
13%
21%
White
14%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
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 North Grade K-8's ranking?
North Grade K-8 is ranked #1757 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend North Grade K-8?
735 students attend North Grade K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of North Grade K-8 students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Grade K-8?
North Grade K-8 has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does North Grade K-8 offer ?
North Grade K-8 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is North Grade K-8 part of?
North Grade K-8 is part of Palm Beach School District.
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