Very Good
#922 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 24% in state
Everglades Preparatory Academy
High School · PALM BEACH
360 E MAIN ST BLDG C, Pahokee, FL 33476
Enrollment
126
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
7.7
Grades
8th – 12th
Enrollment
126
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
7.7
Grades
8th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#922 of 3,778
In Pahokee
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#76 of 221
PALM BEACH
School environment
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Everglades Preparatory Academy
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About Everglades Preparatory Academy
Everglades Preparatory Academy is a public high school in Pahokee, FL, part of PALM BEACH. Everglades Preparatory Academy serves approximately 126 students, and covers grades 8th-12th, and has a 18:1 student-teacher ratio. Everglades Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #922 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Everglades Preparatory Academy show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 6.0
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
At 126 students, Everglades Preparatory Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Everglades Preparatory Academy 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.
Everglades Preparatory Academy is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Everglades Preparatory Academy — Students at Everglades Preparatory Academy score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 29 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 8.5/10.
How Everglades Preparatory Academy Compares
See how Everglades Preparatory Academy 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
360 E MAIN ST BLDG C, Pahokee, FL 33476
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Everglades Preparatory Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. PAHOKEE MIDDLE-SENIOR HIGH (rated 7.8/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is CROSSROADS ACADEMY (rated 6.4/10, 9.7 miles away, in nearby Belle Glade), a more accessible option. Additionally, GLADES CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 10.8 miles away, in nearby Belle Glade), a more accessible option. For more schools in Pahokee, see our Pahokee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GAP CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pahokee | 0.2 mi | 4.3 |
| PAHOKEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pahokee | 0.3 mi | 8.1 |
| PAHOKEE MIDDLE-SENIOR HIGH Pahokee | 0.5 mi | 7.8 |
| THE SHEPHERD S SCHOOL Pahokee | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| GLADES ACADEMY INC Pahokee | 2.4 mi | 2.8 |
| K. E. CUNNINGHAM/CANAL POINT ELEMENTARY Canal Point | 3.2 mi | 7.6 |
| EDUCATIONAL SERVICES PROGRAM-WEST Belle Glade | 7.0 mi | — |
| GLADES DAY SCHOOL Belle Glade | 8.9 mi | 8.2 |
| BELLE GLADE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Belle Glade | 8.9 mi | 6.7 |
| LAKE SHORE MIDDLE SCHOOL Belle Glade | 9.3 mi | 6.7 |
| CROSSROADS ACADEMY Belle Glade | 9.7 mi | 6.4 |
| GOVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Belle Glade | 10.2 mi | 6.0 |
| GLADE VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Belle Glade | 10.2 mi | 5.2 |
| PIONEER PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Belle Glade | 10.7 mi | 8.0 |
| GLADES CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Belle Glade | 10.8 mi | 5.7 |
| HILLSIDE ACADEMY Belade | 11.5 mi | — |
| ROSENWALD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL South Bay | 11.8 mi | 7.8 |
| INDIANTOWN MIDDLE SCHOOL Indiantown | 17.9 mi | 4.5 |
| CLEWISTON HIGH SCHOOL Clewiston | 17.1 mi | 3.8 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clewiston | 17.4 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33476 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$35,619
Median Home Value
$143,800
Median Rent
$899/mo
Population
7,131
College Educated
17.8%
Homeownership
42.5%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
36.8%
Median Age
33.1
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| DEAF HIGH SCHOOL (FSDB) St. Augustine, FL | 7.7 |
| SCHOOL FOR ADVANCED STUDIES Doral, FL | 7.7 |
| AMBROSE BAY HIGH SCHOOL Delray Beach, FL | 7.6 |
| A E F HIGH SCHOOL Davie, FL | 7.4 |
| SHAAREI BINA TORAH ACADEMY FOR GIRLS Hollywood, FL | 8.1 |
| SCHOOL FOR ADVANCED STUDIES HOMESTEAD Homestead, FL | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Everglades Preparatory Academy
What grades does Everglades Preparatory Academy serve?
Everglades Preparatory Academy serves students in grades 8th through 12th.
How many students attend Everglades Preparatory Academy?
Everglades Preparatory Academy has an enrollment of approximately 126 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Everglades Preparatory Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Everglades Preparatory Academy is 18:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Everglades Preparatory Academy rank in FL?
Everglades Preparatory Academy ranks #922 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Everglades Preparatory Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Everglades Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Everglades Preparatory Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Everglades Preparatory Academy has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Everglades Preparatory Academy a charter school?
Yes, Everglades Preparatory Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Everglades Preparatory Academy a Title I school?
No, Everglades Preparatory Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Everglades Preparatory Academy?
87.3% of students at Everglades Preparatory Academy 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
- 8th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 126
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.3%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Palm Beach County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 0.8%
- Phone
- (561) 924-3002
- 4-Year Graduation
- 90%+
Resources & Links
District
PALM BEACH- District Enrollment
- 189,777
- Schools in District
- 235
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,897
- District Rank
- #76 of 221
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