Serving 1,163 students in grades 6-8, Glades Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,163 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Glades Middle School's student population of 1,163 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,163 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Glades Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glades Middle School is 0.66, 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
#989 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
3%
Hispanic
41%
37%
Black
40%
21%
White
7%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glades Middle School's ranking?
Glades Middle School is ranked #989 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Glades Middle School often compared to?
Glades Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Silver Trail Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Glades Middle School?
1,163 students attend Glades Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Glades Middle School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 7% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glades Middle School?
Glades Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Glades Middle School offer ?
Glades Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Glades Middle School part of?
Glades Middle School is part of Broward School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Schools Closed
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Schools Closed
November 26, 2024 (Tuesday)
Schools Closed
December 23, 2024 (Monday)
Schools Closed
December 27, 2024 (Friday)
Schools Closed
December 30, 2024 (Monday)
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