At a glance
Reported students
864
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
52.5
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
16.5:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–05
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Florida elementary enrollment
84th percentile
Compared with 2,220 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
721
H. L. Johnson Elementary School: 864 reported students.
State peer staffing position
62nd percentile
16.5:1 reported; state peer median 15.8:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 738
- Teachers (FTE)
- 53
- Student–teacher ratio
- 13.9:1
What the reported data says about H. L. Johnson Elementary School
H. L. Johnson Elementary School is a public elementary school serving grades PK–05 in Royal Palm Beach. It is one of 236 current school records connected to Palm Beach. NCES reports 864 students for 2024–25.
Among 2,220 elementary schools in Florida with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 579 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 84th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 16.5:1, close to the Florida median of 15.8:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (39%) and Hispanic or Latino (31.7%). English learners represent 5.1% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 17.9%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking H. L. Johnson Elementary School
- 1How do the reported 16.5:1 student–teacher ratio and 52.5 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 1 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 5.1%
- Students with disabilities
- 17.9%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 31.9%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White39%
- Hispanic31.7%
- Black21.2%
- Asian3.5%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.1%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial4.5%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Palm Beach
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Calusa Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
858 reported students
Banyan Creek Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
875 reported students
Elbridge Gale Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
842 reported students
Sandpiper Shores Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
891 reported students
Hidden Oaks K-8
Elementary · Grades PK–08
835 reported students
Equestrian Trails Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
834 reported students
Public schools near H. L. Johnson Elementary School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Palm Beach Elementary School Elementary · Palm Beach | PK–05 | 643 | 1.8 mi |
| Cypress Trails Elementary School Elementary · Palm Beach | PK–05 | 533 | 2.5 mi |
| The Learning Center Elementary · Charter · Palm Beach | PK–08 | 164 | 3.2 mi |
| Golden Grove Elementary School Elementary · Palm Beach | PK–05 | 956 | 3.3 mi |
| Western Academy Charter School Elementary · Charter · Palm Beach | KG–08 | 711 | 3.3 mi |
| Renaissance Charter School at Cypress Elementary · Charter · Palm Beach | KG–08 | 728 | 3.9 mi |
Frequently asked questions about H. L. Johnson Elementary School
What grades does H. L. Johnson Elementary School serve?
H. L. Johnson Elementary School reports grades PK–05 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Palm Beach.
How many students attend H. L. Johnson Elementary School?
H. L. Johnson Elementary School reported 864 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 84th percentile among 2,220 Florida elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 738 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at H. L. Johnson Elementary School?
The calculated ratio is 16.5:1, based on 864 students and 52.5 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Florida median for the same school level is 15.8:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is H. L. Johnson Elementary School a public, charter, or magnet school?
H. L. Johnson Elementary School is a public school and is not a charter school; it is also identified as a magnet school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of H. L. Johnson Elementary School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
31.9% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is H. L. Johnson Elementary School in?
H. L. Johnson Elementary School is part of Palm Beach, based in West Palm Beach, FL, which operates 236 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near H. L. Johnson Elementary School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Royal Palm Beach Elementary School (1.8 mi), Cypress Trails Elementary School (2.5 mi), The Learning Center (3.2 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.