For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,471 students in 33712, FL.
The top ranked public middle schools in 33712, FL are James B. Sanderlin K-8 and Bay Point Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 33712 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Florida public middle school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 33712, FL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public middle school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33712, FL Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
James B. Sanderlin K-8
Magnet School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2350 22nd Ave S
Saint Petersburg, FL 33712
(727) 552-1700
Saint Petersburg, FL 33712
(727) 552-1700
Gr: K-8 | 816 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #22.
Bay Point Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2151 62nd Ave S
Saint Petersburg, FL 33712
(727) 724-1442
Saint Petersburg, FL 33712
(727) 724-1442
Gr: 6-8 | 655 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 33712, FL?
The top ranked public middle schools in 33712, FL include James B. Sanderlin K-8 and Bay Point Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 33712?
2 public middle schools are located in 33712.
What is the racial composition of students in 33712?
33712 public middle schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public middle schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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