Serving 167 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Everglades City School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 167 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Everglades City School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Everglades City School's student population of 167 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
167 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Everglades City School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Everglades City School is 0.52, 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
#993 out of 3655 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
16:1
American Indian
4%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
22%
36%
Black
4%
21%
White
66%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Everglades City School's ranking?
Everglades City School is ranked #993 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Everglades City School?
The graduation rate of Everglades City School is 50%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 89%.
How many students attend Everglades City School?
167 students attend Everglades City School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Everglades City School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Everglades City School?
Everglades City School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Everglades City School offer ?
Everglades City School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Everglades City School part of?
Everglades City School is part of Collier School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Early Dismissal / Last Day for Students
May 30, 2024 (Thursday)
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