PINECREST GLADES PREPARATORY ACADEMY MIDDLE HIGH SCHOOL

www.pinecrestglades.org

Charter School 1,159 Students

High School 6th - 12th

School Overview

Pinecrest Glades Preparatory Academy, located in Miami, Florida, is a tuition-free public charter school serving students in grades 6 through 12. As part of the Pinecrest Academy network, the school emphasizes a rigorous academic curriculum designed to prepare students for success in higher education. The institution integrates high-quality instruction with a focus on character development and individual growth, operating under a philosophy that balances traditional academic standards with a supportive, community-oriented learning environment.

The school is well-regarded for its commitment to STEM initiatives and college readiness, offering a variety of extracurricular activities, athletics, and advanced placement opportunities to round out the student experience. By fostering a culture of accountability and excellence, Pinecrest Glades aims to cultivate well-rounded citizens who are prepared for the challenges of the 21st-century workforce. Its location in the Miami area makes it a popular choice for families seeking a structured, academically focused alternative to traditional public schooling.

1,159

Total Students

47.0

Full-Time Teachers

24.7

Student/Teacher Ratio

49.4%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for PINECREST GLADES PREPARATORY ACADEMY MIDDLE HIGH SCHOOL
Demographic	Student Count
White	30
Hispanic	1,114
Black	4
Asian	8
Two or More	2
Pacific Islander	1

Hispanic
1,114 (96.1%)
White
30 (2.6%)
Asian
8 (0.7%)
Black
4 (0.3%)
Two or More
2 (0.2%)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.1%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High 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:	6th - 12th
Total Students:	1,159
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	47.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	24.7
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	441
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	132

* 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

Grade 6 200

Grade 7 194

Grade 8 216

Grade 9 154

Grade 10 141

Grade 11 135

Grade 12 119

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for PINECREST GLADES PREPARATORY ACADEMY MIDDLE HIGH SCHOOL
Grade	Student Count
Grade 6	200
Grade 7	194
Grade 8	216
Grade 9	154
Grade 10	141
Grade 11	135
Grade 12	119

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for PINECREST GLADES PREPARATORY ACADEMY MIDDLE HIGH SCHOOL
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	554	47.8%
Male	605	52.2%

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