Serving 411 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Palm Cove Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 411 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Palm Cove Elementary School's student population of 411 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
411 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Palm Cove Elementary School 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 Palm Cove Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#1404 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
26%
37%
Black
52%
21%
White
15%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
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 Palm Cove Elementary School's ranking?
Palm Cove Elementary School is ranked #1404 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Palm Cove Elementary School often compared to?
Palm Cove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pembroke Pines Charter Elementary School, Sea Castle Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Palm Cove Elementary School?
411 students attend Palm Cove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Palm Cove Elementary School students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palm Cove Elementary School?
Palm Cove Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Palm Cove Elementary School offer ?
Palm Cove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Palm Cove Elementary School part of?
Palm Cove Elementary School is part of Broward School District.
In what neighborhood is Palm Cove Elementary School located?
Palm Cove Elementary School is located in the Beverly Park neighborhood of Hollywood, FL.
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