Excellent
#576 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 15% in state
Curlew Creek Elementary School
Elementary School · PINELLAS
3030 CURLEW RD, Palm Harbor, FL 34684
Enrollment
620
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
620
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#576 of 3,778
In Palm Harbor
#6 of 11
public schools
In district
#37 of 148
PINELLAS
School environment
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Curlew Creek Elementary School
Curlew Creek Elementary School is a public elementary school in Palm Harbor, FL, part of PINELLAS. Curlew Creek Elementary School serves approximately 620 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Curlew Creek Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #576 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Curlew Creek Elementary School show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- District avg 7.7
- FL avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Curlew Creek Elementary School — Students at Curlew Creek Elementary School score 75% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
36.5%
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: 7.1/10.
How Curlew Creek Elementary School Compares
See how Curlew 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
3030 CURLEW RD, Palm Harbor, FL 34684
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Curlew Creek Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. OLDSMAR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Oldsmar), which scores slightly higher. Another option is LAKE ST. GEORGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, FOREST LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Oldsmar), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Palm Harbor, see our Palm Harbor schools guide .
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20 within 3.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 34684 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,542
Median Home Value
$293,800
Median Rent
$1,781/mo
Population
26,926
College Educated
34.9%
Homeownership
71.7%
Avg Commute
27.5 min
Poverty Rate
10.7%
Median Age
55.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Curlew Creek Elementary School
What grades does Curlew Creek Elementary School serve?
Curlew Creek Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Curlew Creek Elementary School?
Curlew Creek Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 620 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Curlew Creek Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Curlew 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 Curlew Creek Elementary School rank in FL?
Curlew Creek Elementary School ranks #576 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Curlew Creek Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Curlew Creek Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Curlew Creek Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Curlew Creek Elementary School has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Curlew Creek Elementary School a charter school?
No, Curlew Creek Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Curlew Creek Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Curlew Creek Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Curlew Creek Elementary School?
36.5% of students at Curlew 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
- 620
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 36.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Pinellas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.5%
- Phone
- (727) 724-1423
Resources & Links
District
PINELLAS- District Enrollment
- 91,021
- Schools in District
- 153
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,514
- District Rank
- #37 of 148
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