Serving 1,212 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Binks Forest Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,212 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Binks Forest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Binks Forest Elementary School's student population of 1,212 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,212 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Binks Forest Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Binks Forest Elementary School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#107 out of 3704 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
33%
37%
Black
6%
21%
White
53%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Binks Forest Elementary School's ranking?
Binks Forest Elementary School is ranked #107 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Binks Forest Elementary School often compared to?
Binks Forest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Equestrian Trails Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Binks Forest Elementary School?
1,212 students attend Binks Forest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Binks Forest Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Binks Forest Elementary School?
Binks Forest Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Binks Forest Elementary School offer ?
Binks Forest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Binks Forest Elementary School part of?
Binks Forest Elementary School is part of Palm Beach School District.
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