Azalea Middle School

Public 6-8

 7855 22nd Ave N
       St Petersburg, FL  33710-3730


(727) 893-2606

District: Pinellas

SchoolDigger Rank:
924th of 1,185 Florida Middle Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $10,976 Help


Students who attend Azalea Middle School usually attend:

High:    Boca Ciega High School

Feeder schools for Azalea Middle School:

Elementary:    Azalea Elementary School
    Bear Creek Elementary School
    Fairmount Park Elementary School
    Seventy-Fourth St. Elementary

Student/teacher ratio:  16.1 Help
Number of students:  678

Racial breakdown:

African American:
49.0%
White:
29.8%
Hispanic:
14.5%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  73.9% Help


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Compare Details Azalea Middle School ranks worse than 78% of middle schools in Florida. It also ranks 19th among 20 ranked middle schools in the Pinellas School District. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2023 the calculated Average Standard Score was 24.27. (See more...)
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Chronic absenteeism in a high school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
Student Body
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Compare Details Student population at Azalea Middle School is diverse. Racial makeup is: African American (49%), White (29.8%), Hispanic (14.5%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 73.9% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. This is the highest percentage in the Pinellas School District. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Azalea Middle School is 16.1, which is the lowest among 20 middle schools in the Pinellas School District! (See more...)
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Compare Azalea Middle School employs 42 full-time teachers.
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Azalea Middle School is $10,976, which is the 2nd highest among 20 middle schools in the Pinellas School District.
Schooldigger Rankings:

Azalea Middle School was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.
SchoolDigger ranks Azalea Middle School 924th of 1185 Florida public middle schools. (See Azalea Middle School in the ranking list.)

Pinellas:

SchoolDigger ranks Pinellas 25th of 67 Florida school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Azalea Middle School

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Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools FL State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2004 24.46 476th 593 19.7%
2005 27.20 475th 602 21.1%
2006 32.05 480th 675 28.9%
2007 26.75 560th 736 23.9%
2008 26.35 574th 740 22.4%
2009 18.01 646th 780 17.2%
2010 17.67 702nd 839 16.3%
2011 14.12 766th 891 14.0%
2012 11.61 783rd 897 12.7%
2013 17.30 806th 956 15.7%
2014 13.15 885th 999 11.4%
2016 19.13 833rd 997 16.4%
2017 12.82 931st 1031 9.7%
2018 16.16 896th 1035 13.4%
2019 12.89 982nd 1099 10.6%
2021 15.82 990th 1136 12.9%
2022 22.53 921st 1148 19.8%
2023 24.27 919th 1177 21.9%
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Data source: test scores: Florida Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

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by a parent
Saturday, May 20, 2023

Open Quote If you have not been to Azalea Middle School lately...then you don't know Azalea Middle School. This school improved it's grade, has an amazing engineering program, aviation program, and a brand new Civil Air Patrol Squadron, just to name a few of the amazing upgrades and changes that this school has undergone. The principal that brought the school grade up will be entering her 3rd year with the school in 23/24 and continues to make plans for a bright future at Azalea. Things are great, and consistently looking up. Close Quote


by a parent
Tuesday, November 1, 2022

Open Quote This school is getting better and better each year. I am so happy I enrolled my student in this school. Where else can they learn how to fly real airplanes, drones, and even join the Civil Air Patrol (in sponsor with United State Air Force) as a class. AMAZING! Close Quote


by a parent
Thursday, April 8, 2021

Open Quote Great so far for my daughter prior Covid homeschooling. The homeschooling was ridiculous to get them logged on to each class. I'm worried they'll fail bc they could not connect to their classes. Before Covid... Great school!!!!!!! Close Quote


by a parent
Tuesday, May 5, 2020

Open Quote Azalea Middle School carries the history of many years of bad history. Today, the staff of Azalea is moving in the right direction. The staff is caring, resourceful, and dedicated to their students and community. The growing magnet programs are creating learning and career opportunities offered no where else. This is the new Azalea Middle School. Go Black Knights! Close Quote


by a parent
Tuesday, October 13, 2015

Open Quote We chose Azalea Middle first out of all other options in St. Petersburg, an even with a one hour bus commute, it's been an excellent decision. The principal is responsive and no-nonsense yet loving. The teachers have all chosen to be there and are excited. Our 6th grader has not seen or experienced anything like we may have expected from an "F" rated school. He loves it and is thriving. The advantage of its low rating is the additional resources such as the bus that will take kids home once after school programs are over. Close Quote


by a parent
Wednesday, September 2, 2015

Open Quote Amazing teachers! Lots of after school clubs. Family-like atmosphere. Close Quote


by a parent
Friday, July 31, 2015

Open Quote I have nothing positive to say about this school Close Quote


by a student
Monday, June 20, 2011

Open Quote I am a curent graduate from Azalea [just graduated] I personaly think this school can teach kids good stuff. The school i amazing [It's the kids that are somewhat bad] I made a few frinds not alot [unlike most kids I go to school to learn not scocialize] I learned a lot, PLEASE government PLEASE Pinellas KEEP FUNDING THIS SCHOOL! Close Quote



Enrollment information for Azalea Middle School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1988 568 265 6 9 0 n/a n/a 0 848
1989 556 220 4 12 0 n/a n/a 0 792
1990 587 201 1 10 0 n/a n/a 0 799
1991 607 173 0 8 1 n/a n/a 0 789
1992 623 266 4 11 1 n/a n/a 0 905
1993 635 250 6 18 0 n/a n/a 0 909
1994 613 290 5 18 0 n/a n/a 0 926
1995 633 313 6 22 3 n/a n/a 0 977
1996 633 313 6 22 3 n/a n/a 0 977
1997 637 277 4 25 1 n/a n/a 0 944
1998 581 326 6 23 1 n/a n/a 0 937
1999 512 328 6 25 0 n/a n/a 0 871
2000 537 350 7 38 2 n/a n/a 0 934
2001 544 330 9 32 3 n/a n/a 0 918
2002 573 356 8 42 2 n/a n/a 0 981
2003 573 356 8 42 2 n/a n/a 0 981
2004 698 531 21 61 1 n/a n/a 0 1312
2005 704 530 22 77 3 n/a n/a 0 1336
2006 680 427 28 84 7 n/a n/a 0 1226
2007 593 404 36 91 8 n/a n/a 45 1177
2008 574 381 38 100 4 n/a n/a 41 1138
2009 529 426 45 121 3 n/a n/a 56 1180
2010 467 442 48 112 2 n/a n/a 55 1126
2011 381 466 29 132 2 1 54 0 1065
2012 387 486 21 108 3 1 48 0 1054
2013 342 446 24 87 2 2 45 0 948
2014 355 491 16 107 2 0 41 0 1012
2015 352 461 16 115 2 0 46 0 992
2016 381 456 21 128 1 1 51 0 1039
2017 349 464 23 126 3 1 48 0 1014
2018 324 398 23 143 1 2 51 0 942
2019 266 391 16 118 0 2 42 0 835
2020 264 459 19 135 0 1 45 0 923
2021 269 472 21 125 1 1 54 0 943
2022 259 388 14 110 0 1 35 0 807
2023 202 332 16 98 0 2 28 0 678

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Azalea Middle School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 848 50.0 16.9 36.9
1989 792 47.0 16.8 35.9
1990 799 48.0 16.6 33.2
1991 789 47.0 16.7 27.5
1992 905 52.0 17.4 28.4
1993 909 46.0 19.8 29.7
1994 926 45.0 20.6 38.9
1995 977 48.0 20.4 42.4
1996 977 48.0 20.4 42.4
1997 944 49.0 19.3 39.6
1998 937 44.0 21.3 42.5
1999 871 41.0 21.2 56
2000 934 46.0 20.3 53.9
2001 918 47.0 19.5 53.4
2002 981 47.0 20.9 50.3
2003 981 47.0 20.9 50.3
2004 1312 71.0 18.5 62
2005 1336 70.0 19.1 65.3
2006 1226 69.0 17.8 60.6
2007 1177 63.0 18.7 64.8
2008 1138 66.0 17.2 67.1
2009 1180 77.2 17.4 72.4
2010 1126 61.0 18.4 79.7
2011 1065 64.0 16.6 80.8
2012 1054 67.0 15.7 82.6
2013 948 74.0 12.8 83
2014 1012 73.0 13.8 56.5
2015 992 61.0 16.2 63.5
2016 1039 65.0 15.9 70.5
2017 1014 62.0 16.3 73.5
2018 942 59.0 15.9 77.5
2019 835 43.0 19.4 73.9
2020 923 50.0 18.4 75.4
2021 943 50.0 18.8 74.4
2022 807 43.0 18.7 74.7
2023 678 42.0 16.1 73.9

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Azalea Middle School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 848 50.0 16.9 36.9
1989 792 47.0 16.8 35.9
1990 799 48.0 16.6 33.2
1991 789 47.0 16.7 27.5
1992 905 52.0 17.4 28.4
1993 909 46.0 19.8 29.7
1994 926 45.0 20.6 38.9
1995 977 48.0 20.4 42.4
1996 977 48.0 20.4 42.4
1997 944 49.0 19.3 39.6
1998 937 44.0 21.3 42.5
1999 871 41.0 21.2 56
2000 934 46.0 20.3 53.9
2001 918 47.0 19.5 53.4
2002 981 47.0 20.9 50.3
2003 981 47.0 20.9 50.3
2004 1312 71.0 18.5 62
2005 1336 70.0 19.1 65.3
2006 1226 69.0 17.8 60.6
2007 1177 63.0 18.7 64.8
2008 1138 66.0 17.2 67.1
2009 1180 77.2 17.4 72.4
2010 1126 61.0 18.4 79.7
2011 1065 64.0 16.6 80.8
2012 1054 67.0 15.7 82.6
2013 948 74.0 12.8 83
2014 1012 73.0 13.8 56.5
2015 992 61.0 16.2 63.5
2016 1039 65.0 15.9 70.5
2017 1014 62.0 16.3 73.5
2018 942 59.0 15.9 77.5
2019 835 43.0 19.4 73.9
2020 923 50.0 18.4 75.4
2021 943 50.0 18.8 74.4
2022 807 43.0 18.7 74.7
2023 678 42.0 16.1 73.9

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Azalea Middle School

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2018 $1,255 (14.0%) $7,682 (86.0%) $8,937
2019 $1,568 (15.4%) $8,642 (84.7%) $10,209
2020 $1,286 (13.9%) $7,944 (86.1%) $9,230
2021 $1,862 (19.5%) $7,680 (80.5%) $9,541
2022 $2,476 (22.6%) $8,501 (77.5%) $10,976

Data source: Florida Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Azalea Middle School

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 982nd of 1099 Middle schoolsRanks 919th of 1177 Middle schools
 11.3%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
6th Grade English Language Arts (Azalea Middle School)2330
 7%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (Pinellas)5148
 3%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (Florida)5452
 2%
6th Grade Mathematics (Azalea Middle School)1932
 13%
   6th Grade Mathematics (Pinellas)4447
 3%
   6th Grade Mathematics (Florida)5549
 6%
7th Grade English Language Arts (Azalea Middle School)2633
 7%
   7th Grade English Language Arts (Pinellas)5146
 5%
   7th Grade English Language Arts (Florida)5248
 4%
7th Grade Mathematics (Azalea Middle School)3638
 2%
   7th Grade Mathematics (Pinellas)6052
 8%
   7th Grade Mathematics (Florida)5446
 8%
8th Grade English Language Arts (Azalea Middle School)3024
 6%
   8th Grade English Language Arts (Pinellas)5545
 10%
   8th Grade English Language Arts (Florida)5649
 7%
8th Grade Mathematics (Azalea Middle School)1122
 11%
   8th Grade Mathematics (Pinellas)3125
 6%
   8th Grade Mathematics (Florida)4642
 4%
8th Grade Science (Azalea Middle School)2727
   8th Grade Science (Pinellas)5147
 4%
   8th Grade Science (Florida)4844
 4%
End of Course Civics (Azalea Middle School)6349
 14%
   End of Course Civics (Pinellas)6868
   End of Course Civics (Florida)7166
 5%
End of Course Algebra 1 (Azalea Middle School)6974
 5%
   End of Course Algebra 1 (Pinellas)5652
 4%
   End of Course Algebra 1 (Florida)6254
 8%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students835678
 18.8%
African American391332
 15.1%
American Indian00
Asian1616
Hispanic11898
 16.9%
Pacific Islander22
White266202
 24.1%
Two or More Races4228
 33.3%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients73.9%73.9%
 0%


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Frequently Asked Questions about Azalea Middle School

Students at Azalea Middle School are 49% African American, 30% White, 14% Hispanic, 4% Two or more races, 2% Asian.

Azalea Middle School ranks in the bottom 22.0% of Florida middle schools.

Students who attend Azalea Middle School usually go on to attend Boca Ciega High School

In the 2022-23 school year, 678 students attended Azalea Middle School.


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