For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,583 students in Pahokee, FL (there are 2 private schools, serving 108 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in Pahokee, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in Pahokee, FL are Pahokee Elementary School, Pahokee Middle-senior High School and Glades Academy Inc. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Pahokee, FL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in Pahokee have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Pahokee, FL (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pahokee Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
560 E Main Pl
Pahokee, FL 33476
(561) 924-9700
Pahokee, FL 33476
(561) 924-9700
Gr: PK-5 | 328 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Pahokee Middle-senior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
900 Larrimore Rd
Pahokee, FL 33476
(561) 924-6400
Pahokee, FL 33476
(561) 924-6400
Gr: 6-12 | 868 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #33.
Glades Academy Inc
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7368 State Road 15, Bldg 15
Pahokee, FL 33476
(561) 924-9402
Pahokee, FL 33476
(561) 924-9402
Gr: K-8 | 271 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #44.
Everglades Preparatory Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
360 E Main St, Bldg C
Pahokee, FL 33476
(561) 924-3002
Pahokee, FL 33476
(561) 924-3002
Gr: 8-12 | 116 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Pahokee, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Sago Palm Academy (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
500 Bay Bottom Rd
Pahokee, FL 33476
(561) 924-6586
Pahokee, FL 33476
(561) 924-6586
Gr: 6-12 | 207 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
West Area Elementary Transition School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
1102 West Ave A
Pahokee, FL 33476
(561) 993-4000
Pahokee, FL 33476
(561) 993-4000
Gr: 3-5 | 2 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
West Area School Of Choice (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
541 Rardin Avenue
Pahokee, FL 33476
(561) 924-6470
Pahokee, FL 33476
(561) 924-6470
Gr: 6-12 | 169 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
West Transition Elementary School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
541 Rardin Avenue
Pahokee, FL 33476
(561) 924-6470
Pahokee, FL 33476
(561) 924-6470
Gr: 9-12 | 260 students Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Pahokee, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in Pahokee, FL include Pahokee Elementary School, Pahokee Middle-senior High School and Glades Academy Inc.
How many public schools are located in Pahokee?
4 public schools are located in Pahokee.
What percentage of students in Pahokee go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in Pahokee are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Pahokee?
Pahokee public schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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