At a glance
Reported students
548
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
39
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
14.1:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–05
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Florida elementary enrollment
44th percentile
Compared with 2,220 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
721
Belle Glade Elementary School: 548 reported students.
State peer staffing position
19th percentile
14.1:1 reported; state peer median 15.8:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 601
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Student–teacher ratio
- 12:1
What the reported data says about Belle Glade Elementary School
Belle Glade Elementary School is a public elementary school serving grades PK–05 in Belle Glade. It is one of 236 current school records connected to Palm Beach. NCES reports 548 students for 2024–25.
Among 2,220 elementary schools in Florida with comparable records, this school is close in size to the reported median of 579 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 44th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 14.1:1, below the Florida median of 15.8:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Black (69.3%) and Hispanic or Latino (30.3%). English learners represent 27% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 18.6%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Belle Glade Elementary School
- 1How do the reported 14.1:1 student–teacher ratio and 39 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 2 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 27%
- Students with disabilities
- 18.6%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 81.6%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 2
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White0%
- Hispanic30.3%
- Black69.3%
- Asian0.2%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.2%
- Multiracial0%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Palm Beach
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Egret Lake Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
547 reported students
Cypress Trails Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
533 reported students
Dwight D. Eisenhower K-8
Elementary · Grades PK–08
565 reported students
Indian Pines Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
566 reported students
Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
529 reported students
Lighthouse Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–02
569 reported students
Public schools near Belle Glade Elementary School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glade View Elementary School Elementary · Palm Beach | PK–05 | 313 | 1.4 mi |
| Gove Elementary School Elementary · Palm Beach | PK–06 | 691 | 1.6 mi |
| Pioneer Park Elementary School Elementary · Palm Beach | PK–05 | 408 | 1.8 mi |
| Rosenwald Elementary School Elementary · Palm Beach | PK–05 | 267 | 3.9 mi |
| Glades Academy Inc Elementary · Charter · Palm Beach | KG–08 | 271 | 6.7 mi |
| Pahokee Elementary School Elementary · Palm Beach | PK–05 | 328 | 9.1 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Belle Glade Elementary School
What grades does Belle Glade Elementary School serve?
Belle Glade Elementary School reports grades PK–05 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Palm Beach.
How many students attend Belle Glade Elementary School?
Belle Glade Elementary School reported 548 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 44th percentile among 2,220 Florida elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 601 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Belle Glade Elementary School?
The calculated ratio is 14.1:1, based on 548 students and 39 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Florida median for the same school level is 15.8:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Belle Glade Elementary School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Belle Glade Elementary School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Palm Beach attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Belle Glade Elementary School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
81.6% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Belle Glade Elementary School in?
Belle Glade Elementary School is part of Palm Beach, based in West Palm Beach, FL, which operates 236 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Belle Glade Elementary School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Glade View Elementary School (1.4 mi), Gove Elementary School (1.6 mi), Pioneer Park Elementary School (1.8 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.