Serving 921 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ocean Palms 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 81% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher 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 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 921 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ocean Palms 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
Ocean Palms Elementary School's student population of 921 students has grown by 73% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 67% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
921 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ocean Palms 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 Ocean Palms Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#228 out of 3704 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
3%
Hispanic
11%
37%
Black
2%
21%
White
72%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
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 Ocean Palms Elementary School's ranking?
Ocean Palms Elementary School is ranked #228 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Ocean Palms Elementary School often compared to?
Ocean Palms Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ponte Vedra Palm Valley- Rawlings Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Ocean Palms Elementary School?
921 students attend Ocean Palms Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Ocean Palms Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ocean Palms Elementary School?
Ocean Palms Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ocean Palms Elementary School offer ?
Ocean Palms Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Ocean Palms Elementary School part of?
Ocean Palms Elementary School is part of St. Johns School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break - Student / Teacher Holiday
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break - Student / Teacher Holiday
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day for Students
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
Last Day for Teachers - Teacher Planning Day
June 02, 2025 (Monday)
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