Serving 136 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Everglades City School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 136 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Everglades City School serves the southeastern part of its school district, covering an extensive area of approximately 1,012.4 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 38 miles away.
- 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
School Overview
Everglades City School's student population of 136 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
136 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Motto
Today's Learners - Tomorrow's Leaders
School Rankings
Everglades City School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Everglades City School is 0.51, 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
#1420 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
26%
38%
Black
2%
21%
White
65%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
5%
3%
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 #1420 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 50-54% 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 87%.
How many students attend Everglades City School?
136 students attend Everglades City School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Everglades City School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Everglades City School?
Everglades City School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Everglades City School offer ?
Everglades City School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Everglades City School part of?
Everglades City School is part of Collier School District.
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