Serving 770 students in grades 6-8, Bay Point Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 770 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bay Point Middle School's student population of 770 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
770 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bay Point Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bay Point Middle School is 0.53, 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
#3116 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
9%
37%
Black
66%
21%
White
18%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bay Point Middle School's ranking?
Bay Point Middle School is ranked #3116 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Bay Point Middle School often compared to?
Bay Point Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Hopkins Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Bay Point Middle School?
770 students attend Bay Point Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Bay Point Middle School students are Black, 18% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bay Point Middle School?
Bay Point Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bay Point Middle School offer ?
Bay Point Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Bay Point Middle School part of?
Bay Point Middle School is part of Pinellas School District.
In what neighborhood is Bay Point Middle School located?
Bay Point Middle School is located in the Greater Pinellas Point neighborhood of Saint Petersburg, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in Greater Pinellas Point.
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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