Serving 1,234 students in grades 6-8, Emerald Cove Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,234 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Emerald Cove Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Emerald Cove Middle School's student population of 1,234 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,234 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Year Founded
2007
School Calendar
School Mascot
Pirates
School Rankings
Emerald Cove Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Emerald Cove Middle School is 0.74, which is more 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
#644 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
31%
37%
Black
27%
21%
White
30%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Pirates
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emerald Cove Middle School's ranking?
Emerald Cove Middle School is ranked #644 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Emerald Cove Middle School often compared to?
Emerald Cove Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Polo Park Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Emerald Cove Middle School?
1,234 students attend Emerald Cove Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Emerald Cove Middle School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 27% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Emerald Cove Middle School?
Emerald Cove Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Emerald Cove Middle School offer ?
Emerald Cove Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Emerald Cove Middle School part of?
Emerald Cove Middle School is part of Palm Beach School District.
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