Beta You're viewing our redesigned school page. Prefer the classic layout?

Royal Palm Elementary School

Public Grades PK, KG-5

215^th

SchoolDigger Rank ?

of 2,240 Florida Elementary Schools

Better than 90% of Florida elementary schools

Summary

Royal Palm Elementary School is a public school in Miami, FL, serving 514 students in grades PK-5 as part of the Miami-Dade district, and it stands out as a top-tier, cost-effective option for families. The school has earned a 5-star rating for the 2025-2026 school year and ranks in the 90th percentile statewide, with exceptional academic performance that far exceeds district and state averages. For example, 5th-grade science proficiency is 88%—29 points higher than the district average—and 5th-grade math proficiency is 94%, which is 32 points above the state average. This makes Royal Palm a leader among nearby schools, outperforming peers like Snapper Creek Elementary and Wesley Matthews Elementary in several key subjects.

What truly sets Royal Palm apart is its remarkable efficiency: it achieves these top results while spending just $15,135 per student, significantly less than many nearby schools. For instance, Snapper Creek spends $22,083 per student but ranks lower overall, making Royal Palm a "diamond in the rough" for value. The school also boasts a low chronic absenteeism rate of 15.4%, nearly half the district rate of 28.2%, which is a strong predictor of academic success. Only Royal Green Elementary and Wesley Matthews have lower absenteeism in the area.

While Royal Palm excels in most areas, there is a notable dip in 4th-grade English Language Arts (ELA) proficiency at 61%, which falls below the district average of 64%. This "4th-grade slump" is a specific area for focus, contrasting with its strong 3rd-grade (90%) and 5th-grade (88%) ELA scores. Overall, the school has shown a powerful upward trajectory, jumping from the 71st percentile in 2023-2024 to the 90th percentile in 2025-2026, signaling effective leadership and a commitment to improvement. For parents seeking a high-performing, efficient school with a strong community, Royal Palm is an excellent choice.

514

Students ?

13.8

Student/teacher ratio ?

$15,135

Per pupil spending ?

53.7%

Free/discounted lunch ?

4200 SW 112th Ct
Miami, FL 33165

(305) 221-7961

District: Miami-Dade

Students who attend Royal Palm Elementary School usually attend:

Middle:	Riviera Middle School
High:	Southwest Miami Senior High

Racial breakdown:

Hispanic:

97.7%

White:

1.0%

Asian:

0.8%

See top rated Florida elementary schools

Compare Royal Palm Elementary School to nearby elementary schools!

At a glance

▲ Ranking trend: Improving — 70th percentile in 2016 → 90th in 2026

Strengths

✓Test scores above the Florida average (83% vs 62% meeting standards)

✓Ranks in the top 10% of Florida elementary schools

✓Ranking is trending up — up 20 percentile points since 2016

Students meeting standards (2025-2026) ?

This school83%

District avg66%

Florida avg62%

215^th of 2,240

Florida public elementary schools ?

Top 10%▲ up 21 pts since 2016

From top 30% (2016) to top 10% (2026)

See the entire ranking list of Florida Elementary Schools →

★★★★★

SchoolDigger rating ?

40^th of 279Elementary Schools in the Miami-Dade

20^th of 70Miami-Dade among Florida districts

Statewide rank percentile over time (100 = the top-ranked school in the state; click a legend item to add a student group)

Show full rank history (all student groups)

All Students

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Florida percentile	Rating
2026	86.8	215 of 2240	90.4%	★★★★★
2025	85.0	292 of 2258	87.1%	★★★★☆
2024	68.9	663 of 2256	70.6%	★★★★☆
2023	81.0	388 of 2240	82.7%	★★★★☆
2022	79.2	432 of 2219	80.5%	★★★★☆
2021	76.6	499 of 2247	77.8%	★★★★☆
2019	83.6	320 of 2182	85.3%	★★★★☆
2018	90.6	136 of 2118	93.6%	★★★★★
2017	71.8	581 of 2112	72.5%	★★★★☆
2016	68.7	634 of 2087	69.6%	★★★☆☆
2014	66.6	663 of 2064	67.9%	★★★☆☆
2013	81.9	317 of 2029	84.4%	★★★★☆
2012	78.0	399 of 1984	79.9%	★★★★☆
2011	68.3	644 of 1985	67.6%	★★★☆☆
2010	70.8	549 of 1919	71.4%	★★★★☆
2009	65.4	653 of 1847	64.6%	★★★☆☆
2008	73.6	444 of 1789	75.2%	★★★★☆
2007	68.3	575 of 1786	67.8%	★★★☆☆
2006	73.1	454 of 1688	73.1%	★★★★☆

By subject vs Florida (2025-2026) ?

Science88%+28 vs state

Math88%+23 vs state

English Language Arts78%+17 vs state

★

No ratings yet

Be the first to rate Royal Palm Elementary School and help other families decide.

Rate Royal Palm Elementary School

Have first-hand experience? A quick rating - and a sentence or two about what stands out (teachers, academics, safety, communication) - helps other families know what to expect.

Takes about a minute. We email you a link to verify your review - your address is never shown publicly.

Tap a star to rate

Reviews

No written reviews yet. If you know this school, be the first to share what stands out.

Schools Near Royal Palm Elementary School

Load more schools when map is moved

Ranking:

E Elementary M Middle H High A Alternative P Private

Choose columns to see: Summary School Students/Teachers Ranking Test Scores Finance All

School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2026)				Ranking (2025)				FAST English Language Arts (2026)						FAST Math (2026)						Statewide Science Science (2026)		EOC Algebra 1 (2026)	EOC Biology 1 (2026)	EOC Civics (2026)	Per Pupil Expenditures (2025)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2026)	Statewide Rank (2026)	State Percentile (2026)	SchoolDigger Rating (2026)	Average Standard Score (2025)	Statewide Rank (2025)	State Percentile (2025)	Rank Change from Previous Year	FAST English Language Arts 3rd Grade	FAST English Language Arts 4th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 5th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 6th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 7th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 8th Grade	FAST Math 3rd Grade	FAST Math 4th Grade	FAST Math 5th Grade	FAST Math 6th Grade	FAST Math 7th Grade	FAST Math 8th Grade	Statewide Science Science 5th Grade	Statewide Science Science 8th Grade	EOC Algebra 1 End of Course	EOC Biology 1 End of Course	EOC Civics End of Course	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Royal Palm Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	4200 SW 112th Ct	Miami	33165	Miami-Dade County	Miami-Dade	No	No	No	Yes	(305) 221-7961	514	37	13.8	53.7%	5 (1.0%)	3 (0.6%)	502 (97.7%)	4 (0.8%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	86.8	215^th of 2240 public elementary schools	90.4%		85	292^nd of 2258 public elementary schools	87.1%	77	90.0	61.0	88.0				89.0	82.0	94.0				88.0					$15,135	$2,004	$13,131
Pinecrest Cove Academy	Public, Charter	K-8	4101 SW 107th Ave	Miami	33165	Miami-Dade County	Miami-Dade	Yes	No	No	No	(305) 480-2097	938	44	21.3	55.7%	21 (2.2%)	4 (0.4%)	912 (97.2%)	1 (0.1%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	85.7	241^st of 2240 public elementary schools	89.2%		87.3	239^th of 2258 public elementary schools	89.4%	2	82.0	74.0	82.0	93.0	89.0	90.0	81.0	78.0	76.0	92.0	95.0	87.0	72.0	61.0	96.0	93.0	97.0	$9,503	$1,356	$8,147
Cypress K-8 Center	Public	PK, KG-8	5400 SW 112th Ct	Miami	33165	Miami-Dade County	Miami-Dade	No	No	No	Yes	(305) 271-1611	376	25	15.0	52.1%	3 (0.8%)	2 (0.5%)	371 (98.7%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	52.3	1086^th of 2240 public elementary schools	51.5%		52.9	1048^th of 2258 public elementary schools	53.6%	38	56.0	77.0	63.0	63.0	79.0	62.0	56.0	69.0	57.0	54.0	57.0	76.0	63.0	29.0	92.0	93.0	87.0	$18,585	$2,195	$16,390
Tropical Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	4545 SW 104th Ave	Miami	33165	Miami-Dade County	Miami-Dade	No	No	No	Yes	(305) 221-0284	367	29	12.6	45.0%	4 (1.1%)	2 (0.5%)	359 (97.8%)	2 (0.5%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	66.7	711^th of 2240 public elementary schools	68.3%		70.5	628^th of 2258 public elementary schools	72.2%	83	55.0	50.0	81.0				72.0	69.0	86.0				72.0					$20,675	$2,347	$18,328
Bridgeprep Academy South	Public, Charter	K-8	10700 SW 56th St	Miami	33165	Miami-Dade County	Miami-Dade	Yes	No	No	No	(305) 271-3109	453	27	16.7	47.9%	8 (1.8%)	1 (0.2%)	443 (97.8%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.2%)	0 (0.0%)	58.3	924^th of 2240 public elementary schools	58.8%		50.5	1102^nd of 2258 public elementary schools	51.2%	178	80.0	46.0	62.0	78.0	79.0	56.0	80.0	52.0	62.0	68.0	78.0	86.0	60.0	30.0	100.0	80.0	79.0	$11,949	$240	$11,709
Village Green Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	12265 SW 34th St	Miami	33175	Miami-Dade County	Miami-Dade	No	No	No	Yes	(305) 226-0441	264	15	17.6	49.6%	2 (0.8%)	0 (0.0%)	260 (98.5%)	2 (0.8%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	81.4	351^st of 2240 public elementary schools	84.3%		69.1	662^nd of 2258 public elementary schools	70.7%	311	83.0	55.0	74.0				87.0	79.0	84.0				81.0					$17,221	$1,637	$15,585
Olympia Heights Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	9797 SW 40th St	Miami	33165	Miami-Dade County	Miami-Dade	No	No	No	Yes	(305) 221-3821	318	22	14.4	68.9%	3 (0.9%)	5 (1.6%)	310 (97.5%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	51.3	1106^th of 2240 public elementary schools	50.6%		60.2	879^th of 2258 public elementary schools	61.1%	227	52.0	40.0	73.0				71.0	77.0	67.0				45.0					$19,718	$2,721	$16,997
Greenglade Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	3060 SW 127th Ave	Miami	33175	Miami-Dade County	Miami-Dade	No	No	No	Yes	(305) 223-5330	293	21	13.9	52.9%	7 (2.4%)	4 (1.4%)	277 (94.5%)	5 (1.7%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	66	729^th of 2240 public elementary schools	67.5%		65.7	742^nd of 2258 public elementary schools	67.1%	13	70.0	78.0	58.0				85.0	76.0	65.0				50.0					$17,529	$1,619	$15,910
Snapper Creek Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	10151 SW 64th St	Miami	33173	Miami-Dade County	Miami-Dade	No	No	No	No	(305) 271-2111	362	33	10.9	51.4%	13 (3.6%)	6 (1.7%)	338 (93.4%)	4 (1.1%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.3%)	91.5	102^nd of 2240 public elementary schools	95.4%		81.6	377^th of 2258 public elementary schools	83.3%	275	87.0	83.0	76.0				98.0	97.0	89.0				70.0					$22,083	$2,998	$19,085
Royal Green Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	13047 SW 47th St	Miami	33175	Miami-Dade County	Miami-Dade	No	No	No	Yes	(305) 221-4452	371	28	13.2	51.5%	3 (0.8%)	0 (0.0%)	364 (98.1%)	3 (0.8%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.3%)	68.8	659^th of 2240 public elementary schools	70.6%		65.8	738^th of 2258 public elementary schools	67.3%	79	85.0	76.0	63.0				74.0	66.0	69.0				57.0					$16,909	$1,444	$15,466

Frequently Asked Questions about Royal Palm Elementary School

What district is Royal Palm Elementary School in?

Miami-Dade

Is Royal Palm Elementary School a good school?

Yes. Royal Palm Elementary School ranks in the top 9.6% of Florida elementary schools.

What is the racial makeup of Royal Palm Elementary School?

Students at Royal Palm Elementary School are 98% Hispanic.

How many students attend Royal Palm Elementary School?

In the 2024-25 school year, 514 students attended Royal Palm Elementary School.

What schools do graduates of Royal Palm Elementary School attend?

Students who attend Royal Palm Elementary School usually go on to attend:

Middle : Riviera Middle School
High : Southwest Miami Senior High

Rate Royal Palm Elementary School!

Other helpful SchoolDigger resources...

Compare to nearby schools

FLFlorida Elementary School Rankings

FLFlorida District Rankings

Schools in Miami, FL

Sign up for updates!

Be the first to know when there is an update for Royal Palm Elementary School!

SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Florida Department of Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.