Serving 393 students in grades 6-12, Everglades Preparatory Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 393 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Everglades Preparatory Academy's student population of 393 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
393 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Everglades Preparatory Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Everglades Preparatory Academy is 0.25, 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
#2350 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
86%
37%
Black
9%
21%
White
3%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Total Sports Offered
7 sports
Sports
BaseballBasketball
CheeringDance
FootballSoccer
Volley Ball
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
18 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Bible ClubEnglish Honor Society
Environmental ClubFlorida Law Honor Society
Key ClubMock Trial Team (MS & HS)
National Honor SocietyNational Junior Honor Society
Science Honor SocietySECME (MS & HS)
Spanish ClubStudent Government (HS)
Student Government (MS)Title I Chess Club
Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
Art ClubPhotography
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Cheerleading
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Everglades Preparatory Academy is a tuition-free public charter school serving the Miami-Dade and greater Homestead community for students in Middle School through High School.Our personalized approach to educating students inspires them to discover their full potential in an environment that celebrates their individual strengths and promotes a community of learners.
Profile last updated: 02/10/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Everglades Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Everglades Preparatory Academy is ranked #2350 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Everglades Preparatory Academy often compared to?
Everglades Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Somerset Academy Charter Middle School (South Homestead), Campbell Drive K-8 Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Everglades Preparatory Academy?
393 students attend Everglades Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Everglades Preparatory Academy students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Everglades Preparatory Academy?
Everglades Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Everglades Preparatory Academy offer ?
Everglades Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Everglades Preparatory Academy part of?
Everglades Preparatory Academy is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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