Serving 651 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, West Glades School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 651 students
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Glades School serves the southwest part of Labelle, FL, covering an area of approximately 38.7 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 10 to 12 minutes and an average distance of 4.2 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, reaching up to 8.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Glades School's student population of 651 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
651 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
41 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Glades School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Glades School is 0.52, 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
#1475 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Hispanic
56%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
41%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.9%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 21-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 West Glades School's ranking?
West Glades School is ranked #1475 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are West Glades School often compared to?
West Glades Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Labelle Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend West Glades School?
651 students attend West Glades School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of West Glades School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does West Glades School offer ?
West Glades School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Glades School part of?
West Glades School is part of Glades School District.
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