Glades Academy Inc

Glades Academy Inc is a charter school located in Pahokee, Florida, serving students from kindergarten through eighth grade. With an enrollment of 254 students and a student-teacher ratio of 16.9:1, the school benefits from smaller class sizes that allow for more personalized attention. Glades Academy has 15 full-time equivalent teachers dedicated to providing quality education in a rural setting near the town.

The school's MySchoolScout rating is 5.2 out of 10, placing it at the 46th percentile among Florida schools with a state ranking of #2047 out of 3816 schools statewide. In terms of academic performance, Glades Academy reports that 24% of students are proficient or above in ELA/Reading and 38% in Math, indicating areas where the school focuses on student development. Glades Academy Inc is situated in a rural area near Pahokee, offering a close-knit community atmosphere for its students.

Glades Academy Inc is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.

Located in a rural area, Glades Academy Inc may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.