Summary:
The 11 schools in zip code 33463, serving Greenacres, Lake Worth, and Boynton Beach within the Palm Beach district, are predominantly elementary-focused and serve a diverse, high-poverty community where the average free/reduced lunch rate is 60.7%.
Hidden Oaks K-8 is the clear standout, earning a 4-star rating and ranking in the 71st percentile statewide—far outperforming every other school in the area. It achieves exceptional test scores across all subjects, including 100% proficiency in Algebra 1 and Geometry, while maintaining the lowest chronic absenteeism rate (17.9%). In stark contrast, Indian Pines Elementary and Renaissance Charter School at Central Palm are the lowest-performing schools, ranking in the 3rd and 10th percentiles respectively. Notably, Indian Pines has the highest per-student spending ($18,327) yet the lowest test scores, highlighting a spending paradox where money does not guarantee results. Tradewinds Middle School shows positive momentum, improving from the 17th to the 30th percentile, and excels in advanced coursework with 98-100% proficiency in Algebra 1 and Geometry.
A key takeaway is the gap between advanced and core skills: middle schools like L C Swain Middle School and Tradewinds serve top students well in advanced math but struggle with foundational FAST Math and ELA for the majority. John I. Leonard High School graduates 98.5% of its 3,262 students, yet only 24% are proficient in Algebra 1, suggesting graduation rates may mask academic gaps. Charter school performance is mixed, with Franklin Academy - Boynton Beach performing solidly (28th percentile) while Renaissance Charter lags far behind.
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