Excellent
#117 of 3,777 schools in FL
Top 3% in state
Bauder Elementary School
Elementary School · PINELLAS
12755 86TH AVE, Seminole, FL 33776
Enrollment
554
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
554
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Seminole
#2 of 10
public schools
Florida elementary schools
#110 of 2,196
In district
#18 of 148
PINELLAS
Academic performance
9.4 / 10
Exceptional
About Bauder Elementary School
Bauder Elementary School is a public elementary school in Seminole, FL, part of the PINELLAS. The school serves approximately 554 students in grades Pre-K – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 14.6:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.8/10, placing it in the 96.9th percentile among FL schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 80% proficiency in math, 21 points above the state average and 74% in reading/language arts, 20 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (8.8/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $101,618, where 47% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
Score Breakdown
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Bauder Elementary School — Students at Bauder Elementary School score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
29.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 10 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: 8.5/10.
How Bauder Elementary School Compares
See how Bauder Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 78% (2019) to 80% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 74% (2019) to 73% (2021).
Location
12755 86TH AVE, Seminole, FL 33776
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bauder Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ORANGE GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is SEMINOLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, STARKEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 2.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Seminole, see our Seminole schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RICHARD O JACOBSON TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL AT SEMINOLE Seminole | 0.1 mi | 7.3 |
| SEMINOLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Seminole | 0.2 mi | 7.6 |
| SEMINOLE HIGH SCHOOL Seminole | 0.3 mi | 5.6 |
| LEARNING INDEPENDENCE FOR TOMORROW INC. (LIFT) Seminole | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| OAKHURST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Largo | 1.4 mi | 8.5 |
| BAY PINES LUTHERAN SCHOOL Seminole | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Seminole | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| SEMINOLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Seminole | 1.7 mi | 8.7 |
| INDIAN ROCKS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Largo | 2.2 mi | 4.7 |
| ANONA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Largo | 2.5 mi | 8.5 |
| ORANGE GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Seminole | 2.4 mi | 9.2 |
| OSCEOLA MIDDLE SCHOOL Seminole | 2.5 mi | 6.9 |
| OSCEOLA FUNDAMENTAL HIGH Seminole | 2.6 mi | 6.1 |
| PLATO SEMINOLE Largo | 2.8 mi | 5.5 |
| KESWICK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL St. Petersburg | 2.9 mi | 5.0 |
| STARKEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Seminole | 2.9 mi | 8.6 |
| RIDGECREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Largo | 3.4 mi | 6.0 |
| MADEIRA BEACH FUNDAMENTAL K-8 Madeira Beach | 3.3 mi | 8.2 |
| ST PATRICK CATHOLIC SCHOOL Largo | 3.6 mi | 7.8 |
| SPECIAL KIDS ACADEMY - SEMINOLE Seminole | 3.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33776 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$101,618
Median Home Value
$436,700
Median Rent
$2,291/mo
Population
12,711
College Educated
46.6%
Homeownership
91.1%
Avg Commute
26.1 min
Poverty Rate
4.7%
Median Age
50.6
Community Profile
The community surrounding Bauder Elementary School has a median household income of $101,618. It is a well-educated community where 47% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $436,700, with a median rent of $2,291/month. The local poverty rate of 4.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BAY VISTA FUNDAMENTAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg, FL | 8.8 |
| BRADEN RIVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bradenton, FL | 8.8 |
| CITRUS PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa, FL | 8.8 |
| DAVID FAIRCHILD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami, FL | 8.8 |
| DR. KIRAN C. PATEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa, FL | 8.8 |
| INDIALANTIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Indialantic, FL | 8.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bauder Elementary School
What grades does Bauder Elementary School serve?
Bauder Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Bauder Elementary School?
Bauder Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 554 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bauder Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Bauder Elementary School is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bauder Elementary School rank in FL?
Bauder Elementary School is ranked #117 out of 3,777 schools in FL.
What is Bauder Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Bauder Elementary School has a composite rating of 8.8 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Bauder Elementary School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Bauder Elementary School has 79.6% math proficiency and 74.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Bauder Elementary School a charter school?
No, Bauder Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bauder Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Bauder Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bauder Elementary School?
29.4% of students at Bauder Elementary 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 554
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 29.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Pinellas County
- Phone
- (727) 547-7829
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
PINELLAS- District Enrollment
- 91,021
- Schools in District
- 153
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,514
- District Rank
- #18 of 148
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.
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