Everglades Preparatory Academy
Grades and ages
Ages 14-19
Enrollment
126 students
Student-teacher ratio
14:1
Tuition
100% Tuition-Free (Palm Beach County Public Charter High School)
About Everglades Preparatory Academy
Everglades Preparatory Academy in Pahokee, Florida, is a Cognia-accredited, tuition-free public charter high school established in 2002 to provide a college-preparatory and career-focused education for students in grades 9 through 12 across the rural Glades community in western Palm Beach County. Maintaining a 14:1 student-to-teacher ratio, Everglades Prep offers Advanced Placement (AP) coursework, honors tracks, and dual enrollment in partnership with Palm Beach State College. The academy features robust Exceptional Student Education (ESE) and 504 accommodation services, offering certified co-teaching, individualized learning plans, and dedicated college/career counseling to support first-generation college aspirants and neurodivergent learners.
Student fit
Who this school serves
Grades and ages
- 9th
- 10th
- 11th
- 12th
- Ages 14-19
Specialties
- College Preparatory & Dual Enrollment
- Exceptional Student Education (ESE) Support
- Advanced Placement (AP) & Honors Tracks
- Career & Technical Education Pathways
- First-Generation College Readiness
Learning and support
Curriculum and therapeutic services
Services and supports
- Certified ESE Specialist Support
- 504 Plan Accommodations
- Executive Functioning & Study Labs
- College & Career Transition Counseling
Programs
Programs at Everglades Preparatory Academy
Other programs and supports
- Certified ESE Specialist Support
- 504 Plan Accommodations
- Executive Functioning & Study Labs
- College & Career Transition Counseling
School facts
Practical details for families
- School Type
- Public charter school
- Students with IEPs
- 30 (23% of students)
- Students with 504 Plans
- 14
Accreditation and licensing
- Cognia / SACS CASI Accredited
- Palm Beach County School District Approved Charter
Tuition and funding
Tuition: 100% Tuition-Free (Palm Beach County Public Charter High School)
- Tuition-Free Public Charter School
- Title I Services
- District ESE Allocations
Enrollment
126 students
Visit us
Location and directions
Map
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Everglades Preparatory Academy
Is Everglades Preparatory Academy a tuition-free public school?
Yes. Everglades Preparatory Academy is a tuition-free public charter high school authorized by the Palm Beach County School District and open to all area students.
What special education services are provided at Everglades Prep?
The academy employs certified ESE teachers who provide accommodations for students with IEPs and 504 plans, including small-group tutoring, testing modifications, and study skills mentoring.
What college acceleration opportunities exist for upperclassmen?
Students can enroll in Advanced Placement (AP) courses and dual enrollment classes with Palm Beach State College to earn tuition-free college credits while completing high school.
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