Serving 591 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bay Vista Fundamental Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 591 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bay Vista Fundamental Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Bay Vista Fundamental Elementary School's student population of 591 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
591 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bay Vista Fundamental Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bay Vista Fundamental Elementary School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#831 out of 3655 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
11%
36%
Black
41%
21%
White
40%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bay Vista Fundamental Elementary School's ranking?
Bay Vista Fundamental Elementary School is ranked #831 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Bay Vista Fundamental Elementary School often compared to?
Bay Vista Fundamental Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James B. Sanderlin K-8, Lakeview Fundamental Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Bay Vista Fundamental Elementary School?
591 students attend Bay Vista Fundamental Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Bay Vista Fundamental Elementary School students are Black, 40% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bay Vista Fundamental Elementary School?
Bay Vista Fundamental Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Bay Vista Fundamental Elementary School offer ?
Bay Vista Fundamental Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Bay Vista Fundamental Elementary School part of?
Bay Vista Fundamental Elementary School is part of Pinellas School District.
In what neighborhood is Bay Vista Fundamental Elementary School located?
Bay Vista Fundamental Elementary School is located in the Lakewood Estates neighborhood of Saint Petersburg, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in Lakewood Estates.
School Calendar
View the Bay Vista Fundamental Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Last Day to Log Volunteer Hours
May 27, 2024 (Monday)
Last day for all students. End of fourth quarter. Students will be released two hours early.
May 29, 2024 (Wednesday)
First Day of School
August 12, 2024 (Monday)
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