Serving 960 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Franklin Academy- Palm Beach Gardens ranks in the top 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 49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher 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 (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 960 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin Academy- Palm Beach Gardens ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Franklin Academy- Palm Beach Gardens's student population of 960 students has grown by 164% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 118% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
960 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Year Founded
2004
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Motto
Building Better People, Every Day
School Rankings
Franklin Academy- Palm Beach Gardens ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Academy- Palm Beach Gardens is 0.73, 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
#1678 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
27%
37%
Black
35%
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
39%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Academy- Palm Beach Gardens's ranking?
Franklin Academy- Palm Beach Gardens is ranked #1678 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Franklin Academy- Palm Beach Gardens?
960 students attend Franklin Academy- Palm Beach Gardens.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Franklin Academy- Palm Beach Gardens students are Black, 28% of students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Franklin Academy- Palm Beach Gardens?
Franklin Academy- Palm Beach Gardens has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Franklin Academy- Palm Beach Gardens offer ?
Franklin Academy- Palm Beach Gardens offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Franklin Academy- Palm Beach Gardens part of?
Franklin Academy- Palm Beach Gardens is part of Palm Beach School District.
School Reviews
Review Franklin Academy- Palm Beach Gardens. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Opinion: Handcuffing in Public Schools is a Gateway to More Violence
Some districts are banning handcuffing, while others are cuffing kindergarteners simply throwing a temper tantrum. Read this editorial to see why this author believes slapping the cuffs on children鈥檚 wrists only leads to more behavior issues and violence in their adult lives.
Whooping Cough: Should Vaccinations be Required for Public School Enrollment?
Whopping cough is making a comeback, especially amongst children, prompting health officials to encourage pertussis vaccines and boosters. However, should the pertussis vaccine be required for public school enrollment? Learn about current proposed laws and its ramifications.
What are Common Core Standards and Why Do We Need Them?
With schools nationwide adopting common core standards, we鈥檒l take a look at what they are, their benefits, and how they will change the face of public education.
