Serving 433 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings 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 39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (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 69% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 433 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Elementary serves the southern part of Pinellas Park, FL, covering an area of approximately 2.6 square miles. The school is typically a 5-10 minute drive for families within the attendance zone, which extends about 1.6 miles from its furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Elementary School's student population of 433 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
433 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
100% Student Success
School Rankings
Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings 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 Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Elementary School is 0.76, 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
#2792 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
3%
Hispanic
24%
38%
Black
27%
21%
White
31%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
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 Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Elementary School's ranking?
Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Elementary School is ranked #2792 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Elementary School often compared to?
Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nina Harris Ese Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Elementary School?
433 students attend Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Elementary School?
Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Elementary School offer ?
Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Elementary School part of?
Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Elementary School is part of Pinellas School District.
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