Serving 661 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Plumb Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher 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 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 661 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Plumb Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Plumb Elementary School's student population of 661 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
661 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Plumb Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Plumb Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#1053 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
27%
37%
Black
8%
21%
White
53%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Plumb Elementary School's ranking?
Plumb Elementary School is ranked #1053 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Plumb Elementary School often compared to?
Plumb Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Belcher Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Plumb Elementary School?
661 students attend Plumb Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Plumb Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Plumb Elementary School?
Plumb Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Plumb Elementary School offer ?
Plumb Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Plumb Elementary School part of?
Plumb Elementary School is part of Pinellas School District.
School Calendar
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Event
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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