Serving 210 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Golden Glades Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 210 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Golden Glades Elementary School serves the northeast part of Opa Locka, FL, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 1 square mile. Families typically reside within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with most living around 0.6 miles from the school and the furthest edge about 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Golden Glades Elementary School's student population of 210 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
210 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Golden Glades Elementary School 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 Golden Glades Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#2202 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
82%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
34%
Showing 1993–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.9%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Golden Glades Elementary School's ranking?
Golden Glades Elementary School is ranked #2202 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Golden Glades Elementary School often compared to?
Golden Glades Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bunche Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Golden Glades Elementary School?
210 students attend Golden Glades Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Golden Glades Elementary School students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Golden Glades Elementary School?
Golden Glades Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Golden Glades Elementary School offer ?
Golden Glades Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Golden Glades Elementary School part of?
Golden Glades Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
School Reviews
4 10/10/2026
I taught at Golden Glades from 1967 to 1980. There were about 600 students. The faculty had high morale. Many good principals, one even has a school named in his honor, Charles Whyche Elementary. I have many good memories.
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