Serving 498 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Discovery Of Science ranks in the top 10% 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 79% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 498 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Discovery Of Science ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Discovery Of Science's student population of 498 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
498 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Discovery Of Science ranks within the top 10% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Discovery Of Science is 0.44, 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
#237 out of 3655 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
11%
36%
Black
4%
21%
White
74%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
11 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Battle of the Books, Dance Team, Fitness Club, Math Competition Club, Robotics, Science Olympiad, Spanish Club, Yearbook Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Class, Concert Band, Music Class
Battle of the Books, Dance Team, Fitness Club, Math Competition Club, Robotics, Science Olympiad, Spanish Club, Yearbook Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Class, Concert Band, Music Class
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 Of Science's ranking?
Discovery Of Science is ranked #237 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Discovery Of Science often compared to?
Discovery Of Scienceis often viewed alongside schools like Academie Da Vinci Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Discovery Of Science?
498 students attend Discovery Of Science.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Discovery Of Science students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Discovery Of Science?
Discovery Of Science has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Discovery Of Science offer ?
Discovery Of Science offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Discovery Of Science part of?
Discovery Of Science is part of Pinellas School District.
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