Serving 722 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Discovery Academy Of Science ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 722 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Discovery Academy Of Science 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
Discovery Academy Of Science's student population of 722 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
722 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Discovery Academy Of Science 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 Discovery Academy Of Science is 0.51, 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
#118 out of 3662 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
Hispanic
19%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
Black
4%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
White
67%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
11 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Battle of the BooksDance Team
Fitness ClubMath Competition Club
RoboticsScience Olympiad
Spanish ClubYearbook Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Art ClassConcert Band
Music Class
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Discovery Academy of Science is a tuition-free, A school in Pinellas County that focuses on STEM+R curriculum: Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics + Reading.
- Individual Attention -- Making Sure Students "GET IT"
- Low student-to-teacher ratio and support, even free tutoring (if needed)
- Hands-on learning in regular classes and lab-settings, where young minds get inspired
- Innovative instructional methods that have proven track records
- Regular evaluation to insure students don`t get behind or aren`t being held back -- using the best evaluational resources available, includingMAP Testing (Measures of Academic Progress) from NWEA (The Northwest Evaluation Association, a national leader, approved by the State of Florida.)
- We work hard to make sure our graduates are prepared for the future. One of the major requirements is to help students learn how to learn to have critical thinking and communication skills necessary for success in the world of tomorrow.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Discovery Academy Of Science's ranking?
Discovery Academy Of Science is ranked #118 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Discovery Academy Of Science often compared to?
Discovery Academy Of Scienceis often viewed alongside schools like Academie Da Vinci Charter School, Plato Academy Palm Harbor Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Discovery Academy Of Science?
722 students attend Discovery Academy Of Science.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Discovery Academy Of Science students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Discovery Academy Of Science?
Discovery Academy Of Science has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Discovery Academy Of Science offer ?
Discovery Academy Of Science offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Discovery Academy Of Science part of?
Discovery Academy Of Science is part of Pinellas School District.
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