Serving 736 students in grades 6-8, Clearwater Fundamental Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 93% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 736 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 93% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clearwater Fundamental Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Clearwater Fundamental Middle School's student population of 736 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
736 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Clearwater Fundamental Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clearwater Fundamental Middle School is 0.53, 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
#150 out of 3662 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
93%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Hispanic
25%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Black
5%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
White
64%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.5%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clearwater Fundamental Middle School's ranking?
Clearwater Fundamental Middle School is ranked #150 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
93% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Clearwater Fundamental Middle School?
736 students attend Clearwater Fundamental Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Clearwater Fundamental Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clearwater Fundamental Middle School?
Clearwater Fundamental Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Clearwater Fundamental Middle School offer ?
Clearwater Fundamental Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clearwater Fundamental Middle School part of?
Clearwater Fundamental Middle School is part of Pinellas School District.
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