Serving 600 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, High Point Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 600 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: High Point Elementary School serves the southeast part of Clearwater, FL, covering an area of approximately 7 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.2 miles from the school's location to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
High Point Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
High Point Elementary School's student population of 600 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
600 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
High Point Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of High Point Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#1601 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
52%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
17%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
22%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.5%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2013–2025. 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 High Point Elementary School's ranking?
High Point Elementary School is ranked #1601 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are High Point Elementary School often compared to?
High Point Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bauder Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend High Point Elementary School?
600 students attend High Point Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of High Point Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of High Point Elementary School?
High Point Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does High Point Elementary School offer ?
High Point Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is High Point Elementary School part of?
High Point Elementary School is part of Pinellas School District.
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