Serving 355 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, John M. Sexton Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (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 61% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 355 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: John M. Sexton Elementary School serves the southeast part of Saint Petersburg, FL, covering an area of approximately 2.6 square miles. Families in the attendance zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
John M. Sexton Elementary School's student population of 355 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
355 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Educating and inspiring students for success
School Rankings
John M. Sexton 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 John M. Sexton Elementary School is 0.73, which is more 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
#1982 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
23%
38%
Black
24%
21%
White
39%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John M. Sexton Elementary School's ranking?
John M. Sexton Elementary School is ranked #1982 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are John M. Sexton Elementary School often compared to?
John M. Sexton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shore Acres Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend John M. Sexton Elementary School?
355 students attend John M. Sexton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of John M. Sexton Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John M. Sexton Elementary School?
John M. Sexton Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does John M. Sexton Elementary School offer ?
John M. Sexton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is John M. Sexton Elementary School part of?
John M. Sexton Elementary School is part of Pinellas School District.
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