Serving 370 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Plato Academy Of St.petersburg ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (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 12:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 370 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Plato Academy Of St.petersburg ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Plato Academy Of St.petersburg's student population of 370 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
370 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Plato Academy Of St.petersburg 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 Plato Academy Of St.petersburg is 0.57, 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
#732 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
15%
37%
Black
7%
21%
White
63%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Plato Academy Of St.petersburg's ranking?
Plato Academy Of St.petersburg is ranked #732 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Plato Academy Of St.petersburg often compared to?
Plato Academy Of St.petersburgis often viewed alongside schools like Madeira Beach Fundamental K-8, James B. Sanderlin K-8 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% 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 Plato Academy Of St.petersburg?
370 students attend Plato Academy Of St.petersburg.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Plato Academy Of St.petersburg students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Plato Academy Of St.petersburg?
Plato Academy Of St.petersburg has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Plato Academy Of St.petersburg offer ?
Plato Academy Of St.petersburg offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Plato Academy Of St.petersburg part of?
Plato Academy Of St.petersburg is part of Pinellas School District.
In what neighborhood is Plato Academy Of St.petersburg located?
Plato Academy Of St.petersburg is located in the Jungle Terrace neighborhood of Saint Petersburg, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in Jungle Terrace.
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