Serving 653 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Palm View K-8 School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% 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: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 653 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palm View K-8 School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Palm View K-8 School's student population of 653 students has grown by 67% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 64% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
653 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Palm View K-8 School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palm View K-8 School is 0.65, 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
#2929 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
51%
37%
Black
19%
21%
White
24%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palm View K-8 School's ranking?
Palm View K-8 School is ranked #2929 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Palm View K-8 School often compared to?
Palm View K-8 Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Palmetto Elementary School, Palmetto Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Palm View K-8 School?
653 students attend Palm View K-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Palm View K-8 School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 19% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palm View K-8 School?
Palm View K-8 School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Palm View K-8 School offer ?
Palm View K-8 School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Palm View K-8 School part of?
Palm View K-8 School is part of Manatee School District.
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