Serving 940 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Pinecrest Glades Academy ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 86% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 940 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pinecrest Glades Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pinecrest Glades Academy's student population of 940 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 83% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
940 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pinecrest Glades Academy ranks within the top 5% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pinecrest Glades Academy is 0.10, 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
#99 out of 3704 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
95%
37%
Black
1%
21%
White
2%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
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 Pinecrest Glades Academy's ranking?
Pinecrest Glades Academy is ranked #99 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Pinecrest Glades Academy often compared to?
Pinecrest Glades Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Academir Charter School West by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Pinecrest Glades Academy?
940 students attend Pinecrest Glades Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Pinecrest Glades Academy students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pinecrest Glades Academy?
Pinecrest Glades Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pinecrest Glades Academy offer ?
Pinecrest Glades Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Pinecrest Glades Academy part of?
Pinecrest Glades Academy is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is Pinecrest Glades Academy located?
Pinecrest Glades Academy is located in the West End neighborhood of Miami, FL. There are 49 other public schools located in West End.
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