Serving 501 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, North Shore Elementary School ranks in the top 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 45-49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority 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: 501 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Shore Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
North Shore Elementary School's student population of 501 students has grown by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 39% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
501 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Shore Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Shore Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#1835 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
12%
37%
Black
24%
21%
White
57%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
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 North Shore Elementary School's ranking?
North Shore Elementary School is ranked #1835 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are North Shore Elementary School often compared to?
North Shore Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shore Acres Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend North Shore Elementary School?
501 students attend North Shore Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of North Shore Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Shore Elementary School?
North Shore Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does North Shore Elementary School offer ?
North Shore Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is North Shore Elementary School part of?
North Shore Elementary School is part of Pinellas School District.
In what neighborhood is North Shore Elementary School located?
North Shore Elementary School is located in the North East Park neighborhood of Saint Petersburg, FL.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day Back for Students
January 07, 2025 (Tuesday)
First Day Back for Students
March 24, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day for ALL Students
May 29, 2025 (Thursday)
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