PALM BEACH MARITIME ACADEMY ELEMENTARY

School Overview
Palm Beach Maritime Academy (PBMA), located in Lantana, Florida, is a public charter school that distinguishes itself through a specialized curriculum centered on marine science and maritime studies. Serving students from kindergarten through high school, the academy integrates traditional academic subjects with hands-on, project-based learning focused on the ocean, environmental conservation, and maritime history. By leveraging its coastal location, the school provides students with unique opportunities to engage directly with local marine ecosystems, fostering both environmental stewardship and scientific inquiry.

Beyond its core focus on marine education, PBMA emphasizes a holistic approach to student development, prioritizing small class sizes, personalized attention, and a close-knit community atmosphere. The school aims to prepare students for future academic success by combining rigorous state-standard coursework with real-world applications of their studies. With a mission rooted in both scholastic excellence and an appreciation for the maritime world, the academy serves as a unique educational hub for families in Palm Beach County seeking a specialized, science-forward learning environment.
579
Total Students
38.3
Full-Time Teachers
15.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
67.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for PALM BEACH MARITIME ACADEMY ELEMENTARY
Demographic Student Count
White81
Hispanic285
Black190
Asian9
Two or More6
American Indian5
Pacific Islander3
  • Hispanic
    285 (49.2%)
  • Black
    190 (32.8%)
  • White
    81 (14.0%)
  • Asian
    9 (1.6%)
  • Two or More
    6 (1.0%)
  • American Indian
    5 (0.9%)
  • Pacific Islander
    3 (0.5%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Charter School
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: PALM BEACH
Phone: (561)547-3775
Website: http://www.palmbeachmairitmeacademy.org/pbma/
Grade Range: K - 5th
Total Students: 579
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 38.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 363
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 27
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 90
Grade 1 106
Grade 2 110
Grade 3 106
Grade 4 86
Grade 5 81

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for PALM BEACH MARITIME ACADEMY ELEMENTARY
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten90
Grade 1106
Grade 2110
Grade 3106
Grade 486
Grade 581
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for PALM BEACH MARITIME ACADEMY ELEMENTARY
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female28449.1%
Male29550.9%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)