Excellent
#409 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 11% in state
Bear Creek Elementary School
Elementary School · PINELLAS
350 61ST ST S, St. Petersburg, FL 33707
Enrollment
265
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
265
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#409 of 3,778
In St. Petersburg
#4 of 43
public schools
In district
#28 of 148
PINELLAS
School environment
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Bear Creek Elementary School
Bear Creek Elementary School is a public elementary school in St. Petersburg, FL, part of PINELLAS. Bear Creek Elementary School serves approximately 265 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio.
Bear Creek Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #409 of 3,778 schools in FL. Structured state assessment records for Bear Creek Elementary School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- District avg 7.7
- FL avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Bear Creek Elementary School — Students at Bear Creek Elementary School score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80%
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: 9.1/10.
How Bear Creek Elementary School Compares
See how Bear Creek Elementary 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
350 61ST ST S, St. Petersburg, FL 33707
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bear Creek Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PASADENA FUNDAMENTAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is AZALEA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 2.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, MOUNT VERNON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in St. Petersburg, see our St. Petersburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33707 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,560
Median Home Value
$344,600
Median Rent
$1,512/mo
Population
24,456
College Educated
39.6%
Homeownership
70.1%
Avg Commute
26.2 min
Poverty Rate
13%
Median Age
59.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bear Creek Elementary School
What grades does Bear Creek Elementary School serve?
Bear Creek Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Bear Creek Elementary School?
Bear Creek Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 265 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bear Creek Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Bear Creek Elementary School is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bear Creek Elementary School rank in FL?
Bear Creek Elementary School ranks #409 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Bear Creek Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Bear Creek Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Bear Creek Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bear Creek Elementary School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Bear Creek Elementary School a charter school?
No, Bear Creek Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bear Creek Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Bear Creek Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bear Creek Elementary School?
80.0% of students at Bear Creek 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
- 265
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Pinellas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.7%
- Phone
- (727) 893-2332
Resources & Links
District
PINELLAS- District Enrollment
- 91,021
- Schools in District
- 153
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,514
- District Rank
- #28 of 148
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