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St. Petersburg Collegiate High School

Public, Charter Grades 10-12

1^st

SchoolDigger Rank ?

of 838 Florida High Schools

Better than 100% of Florida high schools

Summary

St. Petersburg Collegiate High School is a small, highly selective public high school in St. Petersburg, FL, serving just 260 students in grades 10 through 12 within the Pinellas district.

This school is an academic powerhouse, consistently ranking #1 out of 838 high schools in Florida. Its test scores are extraordinary: 100% proficiency in US History, 98% in English Language Arts, and 91% in Geometry—all 30-40 percentage points above the district average. The school also boasts a near-perfect 100% graduation rate and an exceptionally low chronic absenteeism rate of just 1.6%, compared to the district average of 30.6%. This suggests an incredibly engaged and motivated student body. Interestingly, the school achieves these results with a per-student spending of $8,851, which is lower than many nearby schools, and a high student-teacher ratio of 52:1, a structural feature of its "collegiate" model where students take many courses at a local college.

Compared to nearby schools, SPCHS operates in a completely different tier. While St. Petersburg Collegiate STEM High School is also excellent (ranked #31), it has a higher chronic absenteeism rate (13.5%) and a lower state ranking. Other nearby schools like Osceola Fundamental High (#111) and St. Petersburg High School (#201) are good but face more challenges, with chronic absenteeism rates of 19.9% and 30.6% respectively. The school's success is a testament to its focused mission and selective admissions, creating a powerful feedback loop of high expectations and exceptional outcomes.

260

Students ?

52.0

Student/teacher ratio ?

$8,851

Per pupil spending ?

10%

Free/discounted lunch ?

6605 5th Ave N
St Petersburg, FL 33710

(727) 341-4610

District: Pinellas

Racial breakdown:

White:

57.3%

Asian:

13.8%

Hispanic:

13.5%

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At a glance

▬ Ranking trend: Holding steady — 99th percentile in 2010 → 100th in 2026

Strengths

✓Test scores above the Florida average (99% vs 67% meeting standards)

✓Ranks in the top 1% of Florida high schools

✓100% graduate in 4 years — above the Florida average (92%)

Worth a look

!Large classes — about 52 students per teacher

Students meeting standards (2025-2026) ?

This school99%

District avg68%

Florida avg67%

1^st of 838

Florida public high schools ?

Top 1%▬ steady since 2017

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SchoolDigger rating ?

1^st of 26High Schools in the Pinellas

15^th of 70Pinellas among Florida districts

Statewide rank percentile over time (100 = the top-ranked school in the state; click a legend item to add a student group)

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All Students

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Florida percentile	Rating
2026	94.6	1 of 838	99.9%	★★★★★
2025	92.9	6 of 844	99.3%	★★★★★
2024	93.6	5 of 807	99.4%	★★★★★
2023	93.4	7 of 792	99.1%	★★★★★
2022	95.6	2 of 774	99.7%	★★★★★
2021	92.1	9 of 746	98.8%	★★★★★
2017	95.2	3 of 714	99.6%	★★★★★
2014	93.6	12 of 687	98.3%	★★★★★
2011	97.4	12 of 622	98.1%	★★★★★
2010	97.7	7 of 620	98.9%	★★★★★
2009	98.6	1 of 587	99.8%	★★★★★
2008	98.5	2 of 577	99.7%	★★★★★
2007	98.5	7 of 563	98.8%	★★★★★

By subject vs Florida (2025-2026) ?

US History100%+26 vs state

English Language Arts98%+37 vs state

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by a parent
Saturday, April 30, 2022

My daughter left Largo IB where there was significant teacher turnover and almost daily fights to attend SP Collegiate. The 10th grade teaching staff is stable and very focused on the achievement of all students since they all must pass the PERT prior to Junior year in order to continue.They have been amazing. The environment is safe without interruption of classes. My daughter was able to register for full college classes next semester and I was thrilled to see her excitement. It is an amazing opportunity to be able to graduate with both a high school diploma and an AA degree at almost the same time. It was a great choice for our family. Close Quote

by a parent
Wednesday, August 26, 2009

Excellent school for motivated students. Close Quote

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2026)				Ranking (2025)				FAST English Language Arts (2026)					FAST Math (2026)			Statewide Science Science (2026)	EOC Algebra 1 (2026)	EOC Geometry (2026)	EOC Biology 1 (2026)	EOC US History (2026)	EOC Civics (2026)	Per Pupil Expenditures (2025)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2026)	Statewide Rank (2026)	State Percentile (2026)	SchoolDigger Rating (2026)	Average Standard Score (2025)	Statewide Rank (2025)	State Percentile (2025)	Rank Change from Previous Year	FAST English Language Arts 6th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 7th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 8th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 9th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 10th Grade	FAST Math 6th Grade	FAST Math 7th Grade	FAST Math 8th Grade	Statewide Science Science 8th Grade	EOC Algebra 1 End of Course	EOC Geometry End of Course	EOC Biology 1 End of Course	EOC US History End of Course	EOC Civics End of Course	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
St. Petersburg Collegiate High School	Public, Charter	10-12	6605 5th Ave N	St Petersburg	33710	Pinellas County	Pinellas	Yes	No	No	No	(727) 341-4610	260	5	52.0	10.0%	149 (57.3%)	23 (8.8%)	35 (13.5%)	36 (13.8%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	17 (6.5%)	94.6	1^st of 838 public high schools	99.9%		92.9	6^th of 844 public high schools	99.3%	5					98.0								100.0		$8,851	$111	$8,740
Boca Ciega High School	Public, Magnet	9-12	924 58th St S	Gulfport	33707	Pinellas County	Pinellas	No	Yes	No	No	(727) 893-2780	1,039	57	18.2	56.5%	255 (24.5%)	576 (55.4%)	126 (12.1%)	33 (3.2%)	2 (0.2%)	2 (0.2%)	45 (4.3%)	26	622^nd of 838 public high schools	25.8%		32.4	561^st of 844 public high schools	33.5%	61				38.0	50.0					37.0	38.0	54.0	66.0		$12,062	$571	$11,491
Disston Academy	Public	5-12	5125 11th Ave S	Gulfport	33707	Pinellas County	Pinellas	No	No	No	Yes	(727) 893-1115	63	8	7.8	71.4%	14 (22.2%)	38 (60.3%)	8 (12.7%)	2 (3.2%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (1.6%)	2.3	791^st of 838 public high schools	5.6%		4.6	748^th of 844 public high schools	11.4%	43					9.0						13.0		9.0		$45,822	$4,226	$41,597
Dixie M. Hollins High School	Public, Magnet	9-12	4940 62nd St N	Kenneth City	33709	Pinellas County	Pinellas	No	Yes	No	No	(727) 547-7876	1,934	98	19.7	47.8%	913 (47.2%)	252 (13.0%)	487 (25.2%)	178 (9.2%)	3 (0.2%)	8 (0.4%)	93 (4.8%)	28.9	599^th of 838 public high schools	28.5%		37.6	492^nd of 844 public high schools	41.7%	107				50.0	48.0					20.0	38.0	62.0	59.0		$9,283	$549	$8,734
Gibbs High School	Public, Magnet	9-12	850 34th St S	St Petersburg	33711	Pinellas County	Pinellas	No	Yes	No	No	(727) 893-5452	1,125	70	16.0	59.6%	277 (24.6%)	672 (59.7%)	109 (9.7%)	9 (0.8%)	1 (0.1%)	3 (0.3%)	54 (4.8%)	33.7	547^th of 838 public high schools	34.7%		34.8	531^st of 844 public high schools	37.1%	16				50.0	53.0					20.0	42.0	53.0	72.0		$13,757	$821	$12,935
St. Petersburg High School	Public, Magnet	9-12	2501 5th Ave N	St Petersburg	33713	Pinellas County	Pinellas	No	Yes	No	No	(727) 893-1842	1,736	82	21.1	35.3%	891 (51.3%)	290 (16.7%)	311 (17.9%)	158 (9.1%)	2 (0.1%)	6 (0.3%)	78 (4.5%)	62.2	201^st of 838 public high schools	76.0%		52.1	305^th of 844 public high schools	63.9%	104				70.0	68.0					46.0	71.0	77.0	79.0		$9,135	$321	$8,814
Lealman Innovation Academy	Public	5-12	4900 28th St N	St Petersburg	33714	Pinellas County	Pinellas	No	No	No	Yes	(727) 528-5802	307	32	9.5	80.1%	54 (17.6%)	205 (66.8%)	32 (10.4%)	3 (1.0%)	2 (0.7%)	0 (0.0%)	11 (3.6%)	0.8	836^th of 838 public high schools	0.2%		2.6	785^th of 844 public high schools	7.0%	51	7.0	11.0	5.0	5.0	0.0	0.0	6.0	9.0	3.0	5.0	4.0	12.0	9.0	11.0	$22,666	$1,725	$20,940
Northeast High School	Public, Magnet	9-12	5500 16th St N	St Petersburg	33703	Pinellas County	Pinellas	No	Yes	No	No	(727) 570-3138	1,684	82	20.5	40.9%	827 (49.1%)	329 (19.5%)	326 (19.4%)	99 (5.9%)	2 (0.1%)	6 (0.4%)	95 (5.6%)	44.8	414^th of 838 public high schools	50.6%		41.5	443^rd of 844 public high schools	47.5%	29				55.0	55.0					45.0	44.0	74.0	77.0		$9,527	$549	$8,978
Pace Center For Girls	Public	6-12	4000 Gateway Center Blvd	Pinellas Park	33782	Pinellas County	Pinellas	No	No	No	Yes	(727) 456-1566	36	3	12.0	66.7%	21 (58.3%)	5 (13.9%)	6 (16.7%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	4 (11.1%)								(n/a)															$11,644	$523	$11,120
St. Petersburg Collegiate Stem High School	Public, Charter	9-12	244 2nd Ave N	Saint Petersburg	33701	Pinellas County	Pinellas	Yes	(n/a)	No	(n/a)	(727) 302-6883	220	8	27.5	29.5%	109 (49.5%)	41 (18.6%)	30 (13.6%)	25 (11.4%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.5%)	14 (6.4%)	87.2	31^st of 838 public high schools	96.3%		87.5	33^rd of 844 public high schools	96.1%	2				90.0	92.0					85.0	91.0	95.0	100.0		$7,874	$00	$7,874

Frequently Asked Questions about St. Petersburg Collegiate High School

Is St. Petersburg Collegiate High School a good school?

Yes! St. Petersburg Collegiate High School is one of the best high schools in the state. It ranks 1^st of 838 Florida high schools.

How many students attend St. Petersburg Collegiate High School?

In the 2024-25 school year, 260 students attended St. Petersburg Collegiate High School.

What district is St. Petersburg Collegiate High School in?

Pinellas

What is the racial makeup of St. Petersburg Collegiate High School?

Students at St. Petersburg Collegiate High School are 57% White, 14% Asian, 13% Hispanic, 9% African American, 7% Two or more races.

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