PALMETTO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

PALMETTO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the POLK school district, located in POINCIANA, FL with about 551 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 4th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 42 teachers, PALMETTO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

PALMETTO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located at 315 Palmetto St in Poinciana, Florida, serves as a central hub for primary education within the Polk County Public Schools district. Known as the home of the "Knights," the school is dedicated to fostering an academic environment that emphasizes foundational learning, student character development, and community engagement. The school typically serves a diverse student body, focusing on equipping young learners with the essential literacy, mathematical, and social skills required for middle school preparation.

The school’s official portal highlights its commitment to maintaining strong communication between educators and families. By providing access to calendars, academic resources, and district updates, the institution aims to keep parents actively involved in their child's educational journey. With a focus on creating a supportive atmosphere, Palmetto Elementary encourages a culture of inclusivity and excellence, striving to ensure that every student has the tools and encouragement necessary to achieve their personal best throughout their formative years.

For more information, contact PALMETTO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (863) 427-6012 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

315 PALMETTO ST
POINCIANA, FL 34759-4366
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PALMETTO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in POINCIANA, FL with about 551 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Florida

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
POLK
Total Students:
551
Teachers:
42
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 551 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending PALMETTO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 72% of the student body.

Hispanic/Latino
71.5%
Black or African American
18.3%
White
6.7%
Two or more races
1.6%
Asian
0.9%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.7%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%

Female
49.2%
Male
50.8%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.