Serving 623 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Galaxy Elementary 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 37% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower 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 94% 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: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 623 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Galaxy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Galaxy Elementary School's student population of 623 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
623 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1909
School Calendar
School Motto
Educate. Affirm. Inspire.
School Mascot
Star
School Rankings
Galaxy Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Galaxy Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#2602 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
11%
37%
Black
81%
21%
White
6%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Star
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Galaxy Elementary School's ranking?
Galaxy Elementary School is ranked #2602 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Galaxy Elementary School often compared to?
Galaxy Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Forest Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Galaxy Elementary School?
623 students attend Galaxy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Galaxy Elementary School students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Galaxy Elementary School?
Galaxy Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Galaxy Elementary School offer ?
Galaxy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Galaxy Elementary School part of?
Galaxy Elementary School is part of Palm Beach School District.
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