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#2342 of 3,778 schools in FL
Glades Central High School
High School · PALM BEACH
1001 SW AVENUE M, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Enrollment
869
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
5.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
869
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
5.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,342 of 3,778
In Belle Glade
#6 of 7
public schools
In district
#165 of 221
PALM BEACH
School environment
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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Glades Central High School
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About Glades Central High School
Glades Central High School is a public high school in Belle Glade, FL, part of PALM BEACH. Glades Central High School serves approximately 869 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Glades Central High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,342 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Glades Central High School show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Glades Central High 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.
Score Breakdown
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Glades Central High School — Students at Glades Central High School score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
75%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 27 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: 6.7/10.
How Glades Central High School Compares
See how Glades Central High 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
1001 SW AVENUE M, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Glades Central High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. PAHOKEE MIDDLE-SENIOR HIGH (rated 7.8/10, 11.0 miles away, in nearby Pahokee), which scores notably higher. Another option is EVERGLADES PREPARATORY ACADEMY (rated 7.7/10, 10.8 miles away, in nearby Pahokee), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CROSSROADS ACADEMY (rated 6.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Belle Glade, see our Belle Glade schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PIONEER PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Belle Glade | 0.3 mi | 8.0 |
| GLADE VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Belle Glade | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| CROSSROADS ACADEMY Belle Glade | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| GOVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Belle Glade | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| LAKE SHORE MIDDLE SCHOOL Belle Glade | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| BELLE GLADE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Belle Glade | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| GLADES DAY SCHOOL Belle Glade | 2.2 mi | 8.2 |
| HILLSIDE ACADEMY Belade | 2.4 mi | — |
| ROSENWALD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL South Bay | 2.8 mi | 7.8 |
| EDUCATIONAL SERVICES PROGRAM-WEST Belle Glade | 3.9 mi | — |
| GLADES ACADEMY INC Pahokee | 8.6 mi | 2.8 |
| THE SHEPHERD S SCHOOL Pahokee | 10.0 mi | 7.7 |
| GAP CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pahokee | 10.7 mi | 4.3 |
| EVERGLADES PREPARATORY ACADEMY Pahokee | 10.8 mi | 7.7 |
| PAHOKEE MIDDLE-SENIOR HIGH Pahokee | 11.0 mi | 7.8 |
| PAHOKEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pahokee | 11.0 mi | 8.1 |
| K. E. CUNNINGHAM/CANAL POINT ELEMENTARY Canal Point | 13.6 mi | 7.6 |
| CLEWISTON HIGH SCHOOL Clewiston | 15.9 mi | 3.8 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clewiston | 16.4 mi | 8.1 |
| EASTSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clewiston | 16.5 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
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| DIXIE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL Cross City, FL | 5.7 |
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| LAKE PLACID HIGH SCHOOL Lake Placid, FL | 5.7 |
| DUVAL CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL AT BAYMEADOWS Jacksonville, FL | 5.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Glades Central High School
What grades does Glades Central High School serve?
Glades Central High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Glades Central High School?
Glades Central High School has an enrollment of approximately 869 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Glades Central High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Glades Central High School is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Glades Central High School rank in FL?
Glades Central High School ranks #2,342 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Glades Central High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Glades Central High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Glades Central High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Glades Central High School has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Glades Central High School a charter school?
No, Glades Central High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Glades Central High School a Title I school?
No, Glades Central High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Glades Central High School?
75.0% of students at Glades Central High 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 869
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Palm Beach County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.5%
- Phone
- (561) 993-4400
- 4-Year Graduation
- 87.0%
Resources & Links
District
PALM BEACH- District Enrollment
- 189,777
- Schools in District
- 235
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,897
- District Rank
- #165 of 221
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