Serving 254 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Glades Academy Inc 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 254 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glades Academy Inc ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Glades Academy Inc's student population of 254 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
254 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
2000
School Mascot
Egrets
School Rankings
Glades Academy Inc ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glades Academy Inc is 0.45, 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
#3079 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
24%
37%
Black
70%
21%
White
6%
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
37%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Egrets
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glades Academy Inc's ranking?
Glades Academy Inc is ranked #3079 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Glades Academy Inc?
254 students attend Glades Academy Inc.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Glades Academy Inc students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glades Academy Inc?
Glades Academy Inc has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Glades Academy Inc offer ?
Glades Academy Inc offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Glades Academy Inc part of?
Glades Academy Inc is part of Palm Beach School District.
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