Average
#1679 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 44% in state
Disston Academy
High School · PINELLAS
5125 11TH AVE S, Gulfport, FL 33707
Enrollment
101
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
6.6
Grades
5th – 12th
Enrollment
101
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
6.6
Grades
5th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,679 of 3,778
In Gulfport
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#94 of 148
PINELLAS
School environment
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Disston Academy
Disston Academy is a public high school in Gulfport, FL, part of PINELLAS. Disston Academy serves approximately 101 students, and covers grades 5th-12th, and has a 8.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Disston Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,679 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Disston Academy show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
At 101 students, Disston Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Disston Academy 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.
At 8.4:1 students to teachers, Disston Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Disston Academy — Students at Disston Academy score 4% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 27 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 Disston Academy Compares
See how Disston Academy 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
5125 11TH AVE S, Gulfport, FL 33707
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Disston Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. GIBBS HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby St. Petersburg), with a very similar rating. Another option is ST PETERSBURG CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby St. Petersburg), with a very similar rating. Additionally, BOCA CIEGA HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Gulfport, see our Gulfport schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 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 Disston Academy
What grades does Disston Academy serve?
Disston Academy serves students in grades 5th through 12th.
How many students attend Disston Academy?
Disston Academy has an enrollment of approximately 101 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Disston Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Disston Academy is 8.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Disston Academy rank in FL?
Disston Academy ranks #1,679 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Disston Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Disston Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Disston Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Disston Academy has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Disston Academy a charter school?
No, Disston Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Disston Academy a Title I school?
No, Disston Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Disston Academy?
80.2% of students at Disston Academy 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
- 5th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 101
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.2%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Pinellas County
- Phone
- (727) 893-1115
- 4-Year Graduation
- 64.5%
Resources & Links
District
PINELLAS- District Enrollment
- 91,021
- Schools in District
- 153
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,514
- District Rank
- #94 of 148
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