Serving 267 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Tarpon Springs Fundamental Ele ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥95% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 267 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in FL
- Math Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tarpon Springs Fundamental Ele ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Tarpon Springs Fundamental Ele's student population of 267 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
267 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tarpon Springs Fundamental Ele ranks within the top 1% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tarpon Springs Fundamental Ele is 0.51, 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
#14 out of 3662 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hispanic
15%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Black
9%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
68%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tarpon Springs Fundamental Ele's ranking?
Tarpon Springs Fundamental Ele is ranked #14 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Tarpon Springs Fundamental Ele often compared to?
Tarpon Springs Fundamental Eleis often viewed alongside schools like Tarpon Springs Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Tarpon Springs Fundamental Ele?
267 students attend Tarpon Springs Fundamental Ele.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Tarpon Springs Fundamental Ele students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tarpon Springs Fundamental Ele?
Tarpon Springs Fundamental Ele has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tarpon Springs Fundamental Ele offer ?
Tarpon Springs Fundamental Ele offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tarpon Springs Fundamental Ele part of?
Tarpon Springs Fundamental Ele is part of Pinellas School District.
In what neighborhood is Tarpon Springs Fundamental Ele located?
Tarpon Springs Fundamental Ele is located in the Citizens Alliance For Progress neighborhood of Tarpon Springs, FL.
School Reviews
Review Tarpon Springs Fundamental Ele. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Is Your Child's School Day Too Structured?
Discover where free time disappears during your child's school day, how to evaluate lunch, recess, and classroom schedules, and what parents can do when breaks become structured activities.
When Your Child's Best Friend Is in Another Class
Discover how to help your child when their best friend is assigned to another classroom, including school placement policies, maintaining friendships, building connections, and knowing when to request help.
Should Your Child Repeat a Grade or Move Ahead?
Before agreeing to grade retention, learn what evidence to request, how to review school policies, explore alternatives, understand parental rights, and secure an effective academic support plan for your child.
