Average
#1588 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 42% in state
Belle Glade Elementary School
Elementary School · PALM BEACH
500 NW AVENUE L, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Enrollment
580
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
580
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,588 of 3,778
In Belle Glade
#3 of 7
public schools
In district
#126 of 221
PALM BEACH
Academic growth
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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Belle Glade Elementary School
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About Belle Glade Elementary School
Belle Glade Elementary School is a public elementary school in Belle Glade, FL, part of PALM BEACH. Belle Glade Elementary School serves approximately 580 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Belle Glade Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,588 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Belle Glade Elementary School show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 7.2
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Belle Glade Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
48% of students at Belle Glade Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Belle Glade Elementary School — Students at Belle Glade Elementary School score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 33 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.9/10.
How Belle Glade Elementary School Compares
See how Belle Glade Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
500 NW AVENUE L, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Belle Glade Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PAHOKEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 9.1 miles away, in nearby Pahokee), which scores notably higher. Another option is CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 16.3 miles away, in nearby Clewiston), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PIONEER PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Belle Glade, see our Belle Glade schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LAKE SHORE MIDDLE SCHOOL Belle Glade | 0.4 mi | 6.7 |
| GLADES DAY SCHOOL Belle Glade | 0.6 mi | 8.2 |
| CROSSROADS ACADEMY Belle Glade | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| GLADE VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Belle Glade | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| GOVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Belle Glade | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| PIONEER PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Belle Glade | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
| GLADES CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Belle Glade | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
| EDUCATIONAL SERVICES PROGRAM-WEST Belle Glade | 2.0 mi | — |
| HILLSIDE ACADEMY Belade | 3.5 mi | — |
| ROSENWALD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL South Bay | 3.9 mi | 7.8 |
| GLADES ACADEMY INC Pahokee | 6.7 mi | 2.8 |
| THE SHEPHERD S SCHOOL Pahokee | 8.2 mi | 7.7 |
| GAP CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pahokee | 8.8 mi | 4.3 |
| EVERGLADES PREPARATORY ACADEMY Pahokee | 8.9 mi | 7.7 |
| PAHOKEE MIDDLE-SENIOR HIGH Pahokee | 9.1 mi | 7.8 |
| PAHOKEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pahokee | 9.1 mi | 8.1 |
| K. E. CUNNINGHAM/CANAL POINT ELEMENTARY Canal Point | 11.7 mi | 7.6 |
| CLEWISTON HIGH SCHOOL Clewiston | 15.8 mi | 3.8 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clewiston | 16.3 mi | 8.1 |
| EASTSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clewiston | 16.4 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33430 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,690
Median Home Value
$142,200
Median Rent
$860/mo
Population
19,773
College Educated
13.1%
Homeownership
35.8%
Avg Commute
24.9 min
Poverty Rate
27.8%
Median Age
34.4
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ATLANTIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cocoa, FL | 6.7 |
| BELVEDERE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Palm Beach, FL | 6.7 |
| BOULEVARD HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY Hollywood, FL | 6.7 |
| BROOKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brandon, FL | 6.7 |
| FUGUITT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Largo, FL | 6.7 |
| FULFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Miami Beach, FL | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Belle Glade Elementary School
What grades does Belle Glade Elementary School serve?
Belle Glade Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Belle Glade Elementary School?
Belle Glade Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 580 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Belle Glade Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Belle Glade Elementary School is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Belle Glade Elementary School rank in FL?
Belle Glade Elementary School ranks #1,588 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Belle Glade Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Belle Glade Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Belle Glade Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Belle Glade Elementary School has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Belle Glade Elementary School a charter school?
No, Belle Glade Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Belle Glade Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Belle Glade Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Belle Glade Elementary School?
84.0% of students at Belle Glade Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 580
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Palm Beach County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.6%
- Phone
- (561) 829-4800
Resources & Links
District
PALM BEACH- District Enrollment
- 189,777
- Schools in District
- 235
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,897
- District Rank
- #126 of 221
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