Serving 359 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Plato 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 68% (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 13:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 68% (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 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
Student Attention
School Overview
Plato Charter School Tarpon Springs's student population of 359 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
359 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Plato Charter School Tarpon Springs ranks within the top 20% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Plato Charter School Tarpon Springs is 0.32, 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
#715 out of 3704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
9%
36%
Black
4%
21%
White
82%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Plato Charter School Tarpon Springs's ranking?
Plato Charter School Tarpon Springs is ranked #715 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Plato Charter School Tarpon Springs often compared to?
Plato 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?
68% 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 Charter School Tarpon Springs?
359 students attend Plato Charter School Tarpon Springs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Plato Charter School Tarpon Springs students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Plato Charter School Tarpon Springs?
Plato Charter School Tarpon Springs has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Plato Charter School Tarpon Springs offer ?
Plato Charter School Tarpon Springs offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Plato Charter School Tarpon Springs part of?
Plato Charter School Tarpon Springs is part of Pinellas School District.
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