6.8 avg / 10

Best Schools in Tarpon Springs, Florida

13 schools · 6 Elementary · 2 Middle · 3 High · 2 Other

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 10

Private: 3

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 6.8/10

Estimated Scores: 17%

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 6.8/10
Median household income: $88,807
Median home value: $394,300
Bachelor's degree or higher: 40%
Avg commute: 31 min
Owner-occupied homes: 87%

How Tarpon Springs compares

Florida rank

#69 of 280

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.5

above Florida avg (6.4)

Median household income

$89k

119% of Florida median

Schools in this city

12

About Schools in Tarpon Springs, Florida

Tarpon Springs, Florida is home to 13 schools, including 10 public schools and 3 private schools. The city's schools span 6 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 3 high schools.

With an average rating of 6.8 out of 10, schools in Tarpon Springs show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Tarpon Springs is Brooker Creek Elementary School with a composite score of 8.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Tarpon Springs is served by 1 school district: PINELLAS. These districts collectively serve 91,021 students.

Tarpon Springs's community shows 40% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $88,807. The poverty rate in the area is 9.9%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

Filter by Level: All Levels (13) Elementary (6) Middle (2) High (3)

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Filter by ZIP: 34689 (7) 34688 (6)

Elementary Schools

6 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	BROOKER CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 509 students · Pre-K–5th	509	Pre-K–5th	8.5
2	SUNSET HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 444 students · Pre-K–5th	444	Pre-K–5th	8.4
3	TARPON SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 472 students · Pre-K–5th	472	Pre-K–5th	8.2
4	TARPON SPRINGS FUNDAMENTAL ELE 272 students · Kindergarten–5th	272	Kindergarten–5th	8.0
5	PLATO ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL TARPON SPRINGS 367 students · Kindergarten–8th	367	Kindergarten–8th	6.0
Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	CHRISTIAN WAY ACADEMY Private 7 students · Kindergarten–Kindergarten	7	Kindergarten–Kindergarten	Not Rated

Middle Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	EAST LAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL ACADEMY OF ENGINEERING 388 students · 6th–8th	388	6th–8th	8.0
2	TARPON SPRINGS MIDDLE SCHOOL 626 students · 6th–8th	626	6th–8th	7.4

High Schools

3 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	ST. PETERSBURG COLLEGIATE HIGH SCHOOL NORTH PINELLAS 209 students · 10th–12th	209	10th–12th	6.4
2	EAST LAKE HIGH SCHOOL 2,134 students · 9th–12th	2,134	9th–12th	5.9
3	TARPON SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL 1,086 students · 9th–12th	1,086	9th–12th	3.7

Other Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	INVICTUS ACADEMY TAMPA BAY Private 32 students · 3rd–12th	32	3rd–12th	Not Rated
2	SOLID ROCK COMMUNITY SCHOOL Private 262 students · Kindergarten–12th	262	Kindergarten–12th	Not Rated

Schools in Tarpon Springs

Tarpon Springs, Florida · 13 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes

Median Income

$88,807

Median Home Value

$394,300

Median Rent

$1,302/mo

Population

35,774

College Educated

40%

Homeownership

87%

Avg Commute

31 min

Poverty Rate

9.9%

Community Profile

Tarpon Springs has a median household income of $88,807. It is a well-educated community where 40% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $394,300, with a median rent of $1,302/month. The local poverty rate of 9.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Florida
Total Schools: 13
Elementary: 6
Middle: 2
High: 3
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.8/10

Resources

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School District

PINELLAS

153 schools · 91,021 students

Nearby Cities

Holiday (5 schools)

4 mi

Palm Harbor (17 schools)

5 mi

Trinity (4 schools)

5 mi

New Port Richey (36 schools)

Safety Harbor (3 schools)

10 mi

Odessa (7 schools)

10 mi

Port Richey (6 schools)

11 mi

Clearwater (50 schools)

Land O'Lakes (17 schools)

17 mi

Other Major Cities in Florida

Top metros statewide by school count.

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How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Tarpon Springs, Florida

How many schools are in Tarpon Springs, Florida?

Tarpon Springs has 13 schools, including 10 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Tarpon Springs, Florida?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Tarpon Springs is 6.8 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Tarpon Springs, Florida?

The top-ranked school in Tarpon Springs on MySchoolScout is Brooker Creek Elementary School with a composite score of 8.5/10.

What is the best elementary school in Tarpon Springs, Florida?

The top-ranked elementary school in Tarpon Springs on MySchoolScout is Brooker Creek Elementary School with a composite score of 8.5/10.

What is the best middle school in Tarpon Springs, Florida?

The top-ranked middle school in Tarpon Springs on MySchoolScout is East Lake Middle School Academy of Engineering with a composite score of 8.0/10.

What is the best high school in Tarpon Springs, Florida?

The top-ranked high school in Tarpon Springs on MySchoolScout is St. Petersburg Collegiate High School North Pinellas with a composite score of 6.4/10.

How many school districts serve Tarpon Springs, Florida?

Tarpon Springs is served by 1 school district: Pinellas.

What is the education level in Tarpon Springs, Florida?

According to Census data, 40% of adults in Tarpon Springs have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Tarpon Springs, Florida?

The median household income in Tarpon Springs is approximately $88,807 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Tarpon Springs, Florida?

Yes, Tarpon Springs has 3 private schools alongside 10 public schools. The top-rated private school is Invictus Academy Tampa Bay with a score of 6.1/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Tarpon Springs, Florida?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Tarpon Springs is 17.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Tarpon Springs, Florida?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.