West Area Elementary Transition School serves 2 students in grades 3-5.
The student:teacher ratio of 1:1 was lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 50% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
2 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
1:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
37%
Black
50%
21%
White
50%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (06-07)
77%
36%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend West Area Elementary Transition School?
2 students attend West Area Elementary Transition School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of West Area Elementary Transition School students are Black, and 50% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Area Elementary Transition School?
West Area Elementary Transition School has a student ration of 1:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Area Elementary Transition School offer ?
West Area Elementary Transition School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is West Area Elementary Transition School part of?
West Area Elementary Transition School is part of Palm Beach School District.
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