Summary:
Zip code 32908 in Palm Bay, Florida, is served by two elementary schools, Westside Elementary School and Jupiter Elementary School, both part of the Brevard County School District, and together they educate over 1,800 students from kindergarten through 5th grade.
Westside Elementary School stands out as the higher-performing school in the area, consistently achieving better test scores and a stronger state ranking. For the 2025-2026 school year, Westside ranked in the 39th percentile statewide, while Jupiter Elementary School ranked in the 29th percentile. Westside’s average English Language Arts (ELA) proficiency was 60% compared to Jupiter’s 53.5%, and its average math proficiency was 55.75% versus Jupiter’s 48.25%. Notably, Westside also has a lower chronic absenteeism rate (25.6%) than Jupiter (31.2%), and a lower percentage of students eligible for free or reduced lunch (46.85% vs. 64.14%). However, Jupiter spends more per student ($11,905) than Westside ($10,474), a spending gap that does not translate into higher academic outcomes, likely because the funds are directed toward supporting a higher-needs student population.
Despite Westside’s overall advantage, both schools face challenges. Neither consistently meets the Brevard County district average for proficiency, suggesting systemic issues in this zip code. Westside shows a notable drop in math proficiency from 3rd grade (68%) to 4th and 5th grades (45% and 41%), indicating a potential curriculum gap. Conversely, Jupiter’s 5th-grade science proficiency (56%) actually exceeded Westside’s (49%) and neared the state average, pointing to a possible strength in that subject area. For parents, Westside offers stronger overall academics and lower absenteeism, while Jupiter may have targeted strengths in science and invests more per student in support services.
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