Serving 649 students in grades 6-8, Tarpon Springs Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 649 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Tarpon Springs Middle School serves the northern part of its school district, covering an area of approximately 32.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 7.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tarpon Springs Middle School's student population of 649 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
649 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tarpon Springs Middle 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 Tarpon Springs Middle School is 0.60, 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
#1158 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
20%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
13%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
59%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
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)34.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Middle School's ranking?
Tarpon Springs Middle School is ranked #1158 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Tarpon Springs Middle School often compared to?
Tarpon Springs Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Palm Harbor Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Tarpon Springs Middle School?
649 students attend Tarpon Springs Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Tarpon Springs Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tarpon Springs Middle School?
Tarpon Springs Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tarpon Springs Middle School offer ?
Tarpon Springs Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tarpon Springs Middle School part of?
Tarpon Springs Middle School is part of Pinellas School District.
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