Serving 329 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Plato Seminole 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 51% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (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 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 329 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Plato Seminole ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Plato Seminole's student population of 329 students has declined by 9% 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
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
329 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
2004
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. May 28, 2026
School Motto
Empowering All Learners to Exceed Expectations
School Rankings
Plato Seminole 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 Plato Seminole is 0.47, 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
#1465 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
13%
37%
Black
6%
21%
White
71%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Plato Seminole's ranking?
Plato Seminole is ranked #1465 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Plato Seminole often compared to?
Plato Seminoleis often viewed alongside schools like Pinellas Preparatory Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Plato Seminole?
329 students attend Plato Seminole.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Plato Seminole students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Plato Seminole?
Plato Seminole has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Plato Seminole offer ?
Plato Seminole offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Plato Seminole part of?
Plato Seminole is part of Pinellas School District.
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