Serving 660 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Starkey 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 66% (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 16:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 660 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Starkey Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Starkey Elementary School's student population of 660 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
660 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Starkey Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Starkey Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#918 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
14%
36%
Black
5%
21%
White
64%
36%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Starkey Elementary School's ranking?
Starkey Elementary School is ranked #918 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Starkey Elementary School often compared to?
Starkey Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bardmoor Elementary School, Orange Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% 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 Starkey Elementary School?
660 students attend Starkey Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Starkey Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Starkey Elementary School?
Starkey Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Starkey Elementary School offer ?
Starkey Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Starkey Elementary School part of?
Starkey Elementary School is part of Pinellas School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First day of school for students
August 12, 2024 (Monday)
Last day for all students. End of fourth quarter. Students will be released two hours early.
May 29, 2025 (Thursday)
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