Serving 141 students in grades 6-12, Pinellas Teleschool 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 <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 35:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% 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: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 141 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 35:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pinellas Teleschool ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Pinellas Teleschool's student population of 141 students has grown by 88% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
141 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pinellas Teleschool 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 Pinellas Teleschool is 0.60, 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
#1872 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
35:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
11%
37%
Black
58%
21%
White
23%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pinellas Teleschool's ranking?
Pinellas Teleschool is ranked #1872 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?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pinellas Teleschool?
The graduation rate of Pinellas Teleschool is 50%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Pinellas Teleschool?
141 students attend Pinellas Teleschool.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Pinellas Teleschool students are Black, 23% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pinellas Teleschool?
Pinellas Teleschool has a student ration of 35:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pinellas Teleschool offer ?
Pinellas Teleschool offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Pinellas Teleschool part of?
Pinellas Teleschool is part of Pinellas School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Last day for all students. End of fourth quarter.
May 29, 2025 (Thursday)
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