Serving 753 students in grades 6-8, Clearwater Fundamental Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 88% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 753 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clearwater Fundamental Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Clearwater Fundamental Middle School's student population of 753 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
753 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Clearwater Fundamental Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clearwater Fundamental Middle School is 0.50, 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
#193 out of 3704 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
25%
37%
Black
3%
21%
White
66%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clearwater Fundamental Middle School's ranking?
Clearwater Fundamental Middle School is ranked #193 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
88% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Clearwater Fundamental Middle School?
753 students attend Clearwater Fundamental Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Clearwater Fundamental Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clearwater Fundamental Middle School?
Clearwater Fundamental Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Clearwater Fundamental Middle School offer ?
Clearwater Fundamental Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Clearwater Fundamental Middle School part of?
Clearwater Fundamental Middle School is part of Pinellas School District.
School Calendar
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Date
The last day for all students has changed from an early-release day to a full day.
May 29, 2025 (Thursday)
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