Serving 425 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fairmount Park Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 425 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fairmount Park Elementary School serves the south part of Saint Petersburg, FL, covering an area of approximately 2.2 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fairmount Park Elementary School's student population of 425 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
425 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Achieving Excellence
School Rankings
Fairmount Park Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairmount Park Elementary School is 0.26, 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
#3464 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
86%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)58.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Home of the Falcons
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairmount Park Elementary School's ranking?
Fairmount Park Elementary School is ranked #3464 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Fairmount Park Elementary School often compared to?
Fairmount Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maximo Elementary School, Mount Vernon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Fairmount Park Elementary School?
425 students attend Fairmount Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Fairmount Park Elementary School students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fairmount Park Elementary School?
Fairmount Park Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fairmount Park Elementary School offer ?
Fairmount Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fairmount Park Elementary School part of?
Fairmount Park Elementary School is part of Pinellas School District.
In what neighborhood is Fairmount Park Elementary School located?
Fairmount Park Elementary School is located in the Childs Park neighborhood of Saint Petersburg, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in Childs Park.
School Reviews
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