Serving 439 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Elementary 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 48% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (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 65% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is equal to the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 439 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Elementary School's student population of 439 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
439 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings 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 Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Elementary School is 0.75, which is more 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
#2447 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
52%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%

Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
3%

Hispanic
23%
37%

Black
25%
21%

White
35%
35%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
47%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Elementary School's ranking?
Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Elementary School is ranked #2447 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Elementary School?
439 students attend Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Elementary School?
Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Elementary School offer ?
Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Elementary School part of?
Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Elementary School is part of Pinellas School District.
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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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