Serving 226 students in grades 6-8, Palm Glades Preparatory Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 226 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palm Glades Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Palm Glades Preparatory Academy's student population of 226 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
226 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Palm Glades Preparatory Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palm Glades Preparatory Academy is 0.41, 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
#2935 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
73%
37%
Black
24%
21%
White
1%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Palm Glades Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Palm Glades Preparatory Academy is ranked #2935 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Palm Glades Preparatory Academy often compared to?
Palm Glades Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Coral Reef Montessori Academy Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Palm Glades Preparatory Academy?
226 students attend Palm Glades Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Palm Glades Preparatory Academy students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palm Glades Preparatory Academy?
Palm Glades Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Palm Glades Preparatory Academy offer ?
Palm Glades Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Palm Glades Preparatory Academy part of?
Palm Glades Preparatory Academy is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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