Serving 288 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sandy Lane Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 288 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sandy Lane Elementary School serves the northwest area of Clearwater, FL, encompassing approximately 5.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sandy Lane Elementary School's student population of 288 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
288 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
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School Rankings
Sandy Lane Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sandy Lane Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#2831 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
22%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
53%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
15%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sandy Lane Elementary School's ranking?
Sandy Lane Elementary School is ranked #2831 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Sandy Lane Elementary School often compared to?
Sandy Lane Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kings Highway Elementary Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Sandy Lane Elementary School?
288 students attend Sandy Lane Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Sandy Lane Elementary School students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sandy Lane Elementary School?
Sandy Lane Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sandy Lane Elementary School offer ?
Sandy Lane Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sandy Lane Elementary School part of?
Sandy Lane Elementary School is part of Pinellas School District.
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