Pinellas County Jail serves 25 students in grades 6-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 58%).
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 25 students
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in FL)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pinellas County Jail's student population of 25 students has grown by 78% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
25 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Pinellas County Jail is 0.48, 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.
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)<50%
58%
Hispanic
24%
38%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Black
68%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
White
8%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
(21-22)<50%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20%
33.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
14%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Pinellas County Jail?
The graduation rate of Pinellas County Jail is 50%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Pinellas County Jail?
25 students attend Pinellas County Jail.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Pinellas County Jail students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are White.
What grades does Pinellas County Jail offer ?
Pinellas County Jail offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pinellas County Jail part of?
Pinellas County Jail is part of Pinellas School District.
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