Serving 574 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bay Vista Fundamental Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 73% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 574 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (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
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Bay Vista Fundamental Elementary School's student population of 574 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
574 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bay Vista Fundamental Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bay Vista Fundamental Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#532 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
9%
38%
Black
39%
21%
White
41%
34%
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 #532 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Bay Vista Fundamental Elementary School?
574 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 White, 39% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bay Vista Fundamental Elementary School?
Bay Vista Fundamental Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bay Vista Fundamental Elementary School offer ?
Bay Vista Fundamental Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
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.
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