Serving 708 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Palencia Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (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 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 708 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palencia Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Palencia Elementary School's student population of 708 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
708 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Motto
We are a crew setting sail into tomorrow鈥檚 world.
School Rankings
Palencia Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palencia Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#184 out of 3662 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
11%
37%
Black
3%
21%
White
75%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Palencia Elementary School's ranking?
Palencia Elementary School is ranked #184 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Palencia Elementary School?
708 students attend Palencia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Palencia Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palencia Elementary School?
Palencia Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Palencia Elementary School offer ?
Palencia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Palencia Elementary School part of?
Palencia Elementary School is part of St. Johns School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break - Student / Teacher Holiday
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break - Student / Teacher Holiday
March 16, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day for Students / Fourth Quarter Ends
May 29, 2026 (Friday)
Last Day for Teachers - Teacher Planning Day
June 01, 2026 (Monday)
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