Serving 564 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sutherland Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% 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: 564 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Sutherland Elementary School serves the northern part of Palm Harbor, FL, covering an area of approximately 5.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive time of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sutherland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sutherland Elementary School's student population of 564 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
564 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sutherland Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sutherland Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#529 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
13%
38%
Black
4%
21%
White
75%
34%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sutherland Elementary School's ranking?
Sutherland Elementary School is ranked #529 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Sutherland Elementary School?
564 students attend Sutherland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Sutherland Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sutherland Elementary School?
Sutherland Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sutherland Elementary School offer ?
Sutherland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sutherland Elementary School part of?
Sutherland Elementary School is part of Pinellas School District.
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