Serving 588 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Safety Harbor Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 588 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Safety Harbor Elementary School serves the northern part of Safety Harbor, FL, covering an attendance area of approximately 4.9 square miles. This zone typically allows for a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 1.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 2.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Safety Harbor Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Safety Harbor Elementary School's student population of 588 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
588 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Safety Harbor Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Safety Harbor Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#927 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
65%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Safety Harbor Elementary School's ranking?
Safety Harbor Elementary School is ranked #927 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Safety Harbor Elementary School often compared to?
Safety Harbor Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leila Davis Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Safety Harbor Elementary School?
588 students attend Safety Harbor Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Safety Harbor Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Safety Harbor Elementary School?
Safety Harbor Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Safety Harbor Elementary School offer ?
Safety Harbor Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Safety Harbor Elementary School part of?
Safety Harbor Elementary School is part of Pinellas School District.
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