Serving 1,030 students in grades 6-8, Glades Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 61% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (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 92% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,030 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Glades Middle School serves the southeast part of Hollywood, FL, covering an area of approximately 21.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 4.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Glades Middle School's student population of 1,030 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,030 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Glades Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glades Middle School is 0.67, 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
#1057 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Asian
9%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Hispanic
40%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Black
40%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
White
8%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glades Middle School's ranking?
Glades Middle School is ranked #1057 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Glades Middle School often compared to?
Glades Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Silver Trail Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Glades Middle School?
1,030 students attend Glades Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Glades Middle School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
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 Broward School District.
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