Serving 709 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Shore Acres Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (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 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 709 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shore Acres Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Shore Acres Elementary School's student population of 709 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
709 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Shore Acres 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 Shore Acres Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#936 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
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
15%
37%
Black
11%
21%
White
66%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shore Acres Elementary School's ranking?
Shore Acres Elementary School is ranked #936 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Shore Acres Elementary School often compared to?
Shore Acres Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John M. Sexton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Shore Acres Elementary School?
709 students attend Shore Acres Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Shore Acres Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shore Acres Elementary School?
Shore Acres Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Shore Acres Elementary School offer ?
Shore Acres Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Shore Acres Elementary School part of?
Shore Acres Elementary School is part of Pinellas School District.
In what neighborhood is Shore Acres Elementary School located?
Shore Acres Elementary School is located in the Tanglewood neighborhood of Saint Petersburg, FL.
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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