Serving 289 students in grades 9-12, Palm Glades Preparatory High School 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 289 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palm Glades Preparatory High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Palm Glades Preparatory High School's student population of 289 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
289 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Palm Glades Preparatory High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palm Glades Preparatory High School is 0.42, 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
#3502 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
73%
36%
Black
23%
21%
White
2%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-79%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palm Glades Preparatory High School's ranking?
Palm Glades Preparatory High School is ranked #3502 out of 3,704 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Palm Glades Preparatory High School?
The graduation rate of Palm Glades Preparatory High School is 70-79%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Palm Glades Preparatory High School?
289 students attend Palm Glades Preparatory High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Palm Glades Preparatory High School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palm Glades Preparatory High School?
Palm Glades Preparatory High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Palm Glades Preparatory High School offer ?
Palm Glades Preparatory High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Palm Glades Preparatory High School part of?
Palm Glades Preparatory High School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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