Serving 451 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Southern Oak Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 65% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (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 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 451 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Southern Oak Elementary School serves the southwest part of Largo, FL, covering an area of approximately 4.5 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 1.3 miles and the furthest edge located 2.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southern Oak Elementary School's student population of 451 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
451 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Motto
Achieving Excellence
School Rankings
Southern Oak Elementary School 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 Southern Oak 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
#1133 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
27%
38%
Black
8%
21%
White
51%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southern Oak Elementary School's ranking?
Southern Oak Elementary School is ranked #1133 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Southern Oak Elementary School often compared to?
Southern Oak Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walsingham Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Southern Oak Elementary School?
451 students attend Southern Oak Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Southern Oak Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southern Oak Elementary School?
Southern Oak Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Southern Oak Elementary School offer ?
Southern Oak Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southern Oak Elementary School part of?
Southern Oak Elementary School is part of Pinellas School District.
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