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#2409 of 3,778 schools in FL
Azalea Middle School
Middle School · PINELLAS
7855 22ND AVE N, St. Petersburg, FL 33710
Enrollment
684
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
5.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
684
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
5.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,409 of 3,778
In St. Petersburg
#41 of 43
public schools
In district
#124 of 148
PINELLAS
Academic growth
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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Azalea Middle School
Middle School in St. Petersburg · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Azalea Middle School
Azalea Middle School is a public middle school in St. Petersburg, FL, part of PINELLAS. Azalea Middle School serves approximately 684 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio.
Azalea Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,409 of 3,778 schools in FL. Structured state assessment records for Azalea Middle School show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- FL avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Azalea Middle School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
57% of students at Azalea Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Azalea Middle School — Students at Azalea Middle School score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
69.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 33 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.8/10.
How Azalea Middle School Compares
See how Azalea Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
7855 22ND AVE N, St. Petersburg, FL 33710
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Azalea Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. BEAR CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PASADENA FUNDAMENTAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, AZALEA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in St. Petersburg, see our St. Petersburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33710 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,908
Median Home Value
$312,500
Median Rent
$1,577/mo
Population
35,113
College Educated
37.4%
Homeownership
80.8%
Avg Commute
25.2 min
Poverty Rate
8.8%
Median Age
46.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Azalea Middle School
What grades does Azalea Middle School serve?
Azalea Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Azalea Middle School?
Azalea Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 684 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Azalea Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Azalea Middle School is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Azalea Middle School rank in FL?
Azalea Middle School ranks #2,409 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Azalea Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Azalea Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Azalea Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Azalea Middle School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Azalea Middle School a charter school?
No, Azalea Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Azalea Middle School a Title I school?
No, Azalea Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Azalea Middle School?
69.3% of students at Azalea Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 684
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 69.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Pinellas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 56.7%
- Phone
- (727) 893-2606
Resources & Links
District
PINELLAS- District Enrollment
- 91,021
- Schools in District
- 153
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,514
- District Rank
- #124 of 148
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