Serving 349 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Plato Academy Charter School Tarpon Springs ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 349 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Plato Academy Charter School Tarpon Springs ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Plato Academy Charter School Tarpon Springs's student population of 349 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
349 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
School Rankings
Plato Academy Charter School Tarpon Springs ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Plato Academy Charter School Tarpon Springs is 0.44, 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
#571 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Hispanic
17%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Black
6%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
White
73%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-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 Plato Academy Charter School Tarpon Springs's ranking?
Plato Academy Charter School Tarpon Springs is ranked #571 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Plato Academy Charter School Tarpon Springs often compared to?
Plato Academy Charter School Tarpon Springsis often viewed alongside schools like Tarpon Springs Fundamental Ele by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Plato Academy Charter School Tarpon Springs?
349 students attend Plato Academy Charter School Tarpon Springs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Plato Academy Charter School Tarpon Springs students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Plato Academy Charter School Tarpon Springs?
Plato Academy Charter School Tarpon Springs has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Plato Academy Charter School Tarpon Springs offer ?
Plato Academy Charter School Tarpon Springs offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Plato Academy Charter School Tarpon Springs part of?
Plato Academy Charter School Tarpon Springs is part of Pinellas School District.
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