Serving 488 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, S. D. Spady Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 488 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
S. D. Spady Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
S. D. Spady Elementary School's student population of 488 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
488 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
S. D. Spady Elementary School 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 S. D. Spady Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#1123 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
20%
37%
Black
44%
21%
White
28%
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
54%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is S. D. Spady Elementary School's ranking?
S. D. Spady Elementary School is ranked #1123 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are S. D. Spady Elementary School often compared to?
S. D. Spady Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Plumosa School Of The Arts by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend S. D. Spady Elementary School?
488 students attend S. D. Spady Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of S. D. Spady Elementary School students are Black, 28% of students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of S. D. Spady Elementary School?
S. D. Spady Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does S. D. Spady Elementary School offer ?
S. D. Spady Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is S. D. Spady Elementary School part of?
S. D. Spady Elementary School is part of Palm Beach School District.
School Reviews
5 1/17/2023
I have been teaching for 20 years. I started my teaching career in Broward County. After 13 years, I moved closer to home. I then worked for a Charter School for 6 years, in Palm Beach County. This is currently my first year at S.D. Spady. I love working here! It is not just a job, it is a family! The Montessori magnet is an incredible program for the Pre-K 3, Pre-K 4, and Kindergarten students in my classroom. The students are not just learning every day, they are happy and excited to come to school! Come check out how S.D. Spady is not just an amazing place to teach, but also an extraordinary place to learn!
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