Summary:
The 33711 zip code area in Pinellas County, Florida is home to 4 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. This analysis provides valuable insights into the educational landscape of this community and identifies both high-performing and low-performing schools that warrant further attention.
Thurgood Marshall Fundamental stands out as a high-performing middle school, consistently ranking in the top 30% of Florida middle schools and earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school boasts exceptional test scores, with 95% or more of students proficient in Algebra 1 and Geometry, as well as high proficiency rates in Civics and 8th grade Science. In contrast, Fairmount Park Elementary appears to be a lower-performing school, ranking in the bottom 15% of Florida elementary schools and earning just a 1-star rating. The school has significantly lower test scores than the Pinellas district and state averages across 3rd-5th grade ELA and Math.
The data also reveals that Gibbs High School had a 89.7% 4-year graduation rate in 2023-2024, but its proficiency rates in most EOC and FAST exams were lower than the district and state averages, ranging from 35-64% proficient. Chronic absenteeism is a significant issue across all 4 schools, with rates over 30%, which likely contributes to the lower academic achievement. These findings highlight the importance of continued improvement and investment in underperforming schools to ensure all students have access to high-quality educational opportunities.
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