Summary:
In zip code 34117, there is one elementary school, Palmetto Elementary School, serving grades PK through 5 in Naples, Florida, within the highly-rated Collier County school district.
Palmetto Elementary School is a school on a strong upward trajectory, making it a compelling choice for families. Its state ranking has improved dramatically over three years, jumping from the 52nd percentile to the 73rd percentile, earning a 4-star rating. The school demonstrates particular strength in math, with all three tested grades (3rd, 4th, and 5th) scoring at or above the district average and well above the state average in the most recent school year. Science is another consistent leader, with 5th graders outperforming both district and state averages. The school serves 645 students with a favorable student-teacher ratio of 13.2:1 and per-student spending of $16,810.
While the school shows impressive overall performance, there are a few areas of note. A consistent pattern shows 4th-grade test scores in both English Language Arts and Math are lower than 3rd and 5th-grade scores, a common "4th-grade slump" worth investigating. Chronic absenteeism stands at 18.0%, which is better than the state average of 31.4% but slightly higher than the district average of 17.4%. Given the school's positive academic trajectory and effective use of resources, addressing this could further boost student outcomes and solidify its upward trend.
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