Glades Middle School

9451 Sw 64th St
Miami, FL 33173
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 595 students in grades 6-8, Glades Middle 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 57% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 595 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 95%
  • : Top 50% in FL
  • : 57% (Top 50%)
  • : 53% (Top 50%)
  • : 40% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

School Overview

Glades Middle School's student population of 595 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
595 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers

School Rankings

Glades Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glades Middle School is 0.13, 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.
This School
State Level (FL)
#1412 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
57%
52%
53%
52%
40%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
93%
37%
Black
1%
21%
White
5%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.13
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Glades Middle School's ranking?
Glades Middle School is ranked #1412 out of 3,704 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?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Glades Middle School?
595 students attend Glades Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Glades Middle School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glades Middle School?
Glades Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Glades Middle School offer ?
Glades Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Glades Middle School part of?
Glades Middle School is part of Miami-Dade School District.

School Reviews

5   10/6/2012
Best Middle School in Miami. The Principal and the teachers have created a save, happy and excellent educational enviroment for the kids. Great clubs and if your kid likes music they have the best and most dedicated music teacher in the district.
- Posted by Parent - anayr

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 595 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 95%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 57% (Top 50%)
  • : 53% (Top 50%)
  • : 40% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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