Serving 229 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 10-14% (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 13:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 229 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (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
Community Size
School Overview
Palm Glades Preparatory High School's student population of 229 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
229 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
School Rankings
Palm Glades Preparatory High 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 Palm Glades Preparatory High School is 0.37, 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
#3500 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
77%
38%
Black
19%
21%
White
2%
34%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)77.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 #3500 out of 3,662 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?
10-14% 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 80-89%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Palm Glades Preparatory High School?
229 students attend Palm Glades Preparatory High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Palm Glades Preparatory High School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Palm Glades Preparatory High School?
Palm Glades Preparatory High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Palm Glades Preparatory High School offer ?
Palm Glades Preparatory High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
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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