For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 577 students in 33782, FL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 33782, FL are Plato Academy Pinellas Park Charter School and Pace Center For Girls. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 33782 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Florida public middle school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 33782, FL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Florida public middle school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33782, FL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Plato Academy Pinellas Park Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9200 49th St
Pinellas Park, FL 33782
(727) 521-7260
Pinellas Park, FL 33782
(727) 521-7260
Gr: K-8 | 537 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #22.
Pace Center For Girls
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4000 Gateway Center Blvd
Pinellas Park, FL 33782
(727) 456-1566
Pinellas Park, FL 33782
(727) 456-1566
Gr: 6-12 | 40 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 33782, FL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 33782, FL include Plato Academy Pinellas Park Charter School and Pace Center For Girls.
How many public middle schools are located in 33782?
2 public middle schools are located in 33782.
What is the racial composition of students in 33782?
33782 public middle schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Florida public middle schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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