Serving 486 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lynch Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is equal to the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 486 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lynch Elementary School's student population of 486 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
486 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lynch Elementary 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 Lynch Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#1963 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
15%
37%
Black
14%
21%
White
58%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lynch Elementary School's ranking?
Lynch Elementary School is ranked #1963 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Lynch Elementary School often compared to?
Lynch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shore Acres Elementary School, John M. Sexton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lynch Elementary School?
486 students attend Lynch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Lynch Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lynch Elementary School?
Lynch Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lynch Elementary School offer ?
Lynch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Lynch Elementary School part of?
Lynch Elementary School is part of Pinellas School District.
In what neighborhood is Lynch Elementary School located?
Lynch Elementary School is located in the Meadowlawn neighborhood of Saint Petersburg, FL.
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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