Serving 483 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pinellas Central 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 54% (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 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 483 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pinellas Central Elementary School serves the southeast part of Pinellas Park, FL, covering an area of approximately 12.4 square miles. Most students typically drive 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pinellas Central Elementary School's student population of 483 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
483 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pinellas Central 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 Pinellas Central 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
#1716 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
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)
50-54%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
10%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
26%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
23%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
33%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
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)35%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Pinellas Central Elementary School's ranking?
Pinellas Central Elementary School is ranked #1716 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Pinellas Central Elementary School often compared to?
Pinellas Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Skyview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% 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 Pinellas Central Elementary School?
483 students attend Pinellas Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Pinellas Central Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pinellas Central Elementary School?
Pinellas Central Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pinellas Central Elementary School offer ?
Pinellas Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pinellas Central Elementary School part of?
Pinellas Central Elementary School is part of Pinellas School District.
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