Pinellas County Jail serves 16 students in grades 6-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 58%).
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 16 students
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pinellas County Jail ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Pinellas County Jail's student population of 16 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
16 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Pinellas County Jail is 0.48, 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.
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)<50%
58%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
19%
37%
Black
69%
21%
White
12%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
14%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Pinellas County Jail?
The graduation rate of Pinellas County Jail is 50%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Pinellas County Jail?
16 students attend Pinellas County Jail.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Pinellas County Jail students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, and 12% of students are White.
What grades does Pinellas County Jail offer ?
Pinellas County Jail offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Pinellas County Jail part of?
Pinellas County Jail is part of Pinellas School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last day for all students. Full day for all students. End of fourth quarter.
May 29, 2025 (Thursday)
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