Serving 1,496 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Palm Valley Academy 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 88% (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 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% 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-8
- Enrollment: 1,496 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palm Valley Academy 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
Palm Valley Academy's student population of 1,496 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
1,496 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Palm Valley Academy 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 Palm Valley Academy is 0.35, 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
#128 out of 3704 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
10%
37%
Black
1%
21%
White
80%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
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 Palm Valley Academy's ranking?
Palm Valley Academy is ranked #128 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
88% 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 Palm Valley Academy?
1,496 students attend Palm Valley Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Palm Valley Academy students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palm Valley Academy?
Palm Valley Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Palm Valley Academy offer ?
Palm Valley Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Palm Valley Academy part of?
Palm Valley Academy is part of St. Johns School District.
School Calendar
View the Palm Valley Academy yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break - Student / Teacher Holiday
November 25, 2024 (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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