PINECREST GLADES ACADEMY

www.pinecrestglades.org

Charter School 900 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Pinecrest Glades Academy, located in Miami, Florida, is a tuition-free public charter school serving students from kindergarten through 12th grade. Part of the Pinecrest Academy network, the school emphasizes a rigorous academic environment rooted in character development, leadership, and parental involvement. Its mission focuses on preparing students for college and career success by fostering a culture of high expectations and providing a well-rounded educational experience that balances academic achievement with extracurricular opportunities.

The school is structured into distinct academies, including elementary, middle, and high school levels, allowing for a tailored approach to student growth as they progress through their academic careers. Pinecrest Glades is known for its modern campus facilities and its commitment to technology-integrated learning. By maintaining strong community ties and a focus on individualized instruction, the school strives to create a supportive community where students are encouraged to reach their full potential in both their studies and their personal development.

900

Total Students

46.0

Full-Time Teachers

19.6

Student/Teacher Ratio

48.7%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for PINECREST GLADES ACADEMY
Demographic	Student Count
White	24
Hispanic	853
Black	3
Asian	17
Two or More	3

Hispanic
853 (94.8%)
White
24 (2.7%)
Asian
17 (1.9%)
Black
3 (0.3%)
Two or More
3 (0.3%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Charter School
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	MIAMI-DADE
Phone:	(305)229-6949
Website:	http://www.pinecrestglades.org
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	900
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	46.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	19.6
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	329
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	109

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 112

Grade 1 133

Grade 2 148

Grade 3 171

Grade 4 166

Grade 5 170

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for PINECREST GLADES ACADEMY
Grade	Student Count
Kindergarten	112
Grade 1	133
Grade 2	148
Grade 3	171
Grade 4	166
Grade 5	170

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for PINECREST GLADES ACADEMY
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	429	47.7%
Male	471	52.3%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)