WEST GLADES SCHOOL

WEST GLADES SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the GLADES school district, located in LABELLE, FL with about 557 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 33 teachers, WEST GLADES SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

WEST GLADES SCHOOL, located in LaBelle, Florida, serves as a vital educational institution within the Glades County School District. As a rural K-8 facility, the school is dedicated to providing a foundational education for students from kindergarten through eighth grade. The school emphasizes a supportive learning environment designed to foster both academic growth and social development, preparing its students for the transition to high school and beyond.

The school operates under the broader mission of the Glades County School District, which prioritizes student achievement, community involvement, and the effective use of educational resources. By maintaining a focus on core curriculum standards and student-centered instruction, WEST GLADES SCHOOL plays a central role in the LaBelle community. Prospective parents and community members can access further details regarding school policies, academic calendars, and district news through the official Glades County School District website.

For more information, contact WEST GLADES SCHOOL at (863) 675-3490 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2586 COUNTY ROAD 731
LABELLE, FL 33935-7764
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WEST GLADES SCHOOL is a public Title I school in LABELLE, FL with about 557 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Florida

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
GLADES
Total Students:
557
Teachers:
33
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 557 students

Hispanic/Latino
53.3%
White
44.5%
Asian
0.9%
Black or African American
0.5%
Two or more races
0.4%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.4%

Female
50.3%
Male
49.7%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.