Excellent
#340 of 3,777 schools in FL
Top 9% in state
Douglas L. Jamerson Jr. Elementary
Elementary School · PINELLAS
1200 37TH ST S, St. Petersburg, FL 33711
Enrollment
559
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
559
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In St. Petersburg
#12 of 41
public schools
Florida elementary schools
#313 of 2,196
In district
#45 of 148
PINELLAS
School environment
8.8 / 10
Exceptional
About Douglas L. Jamerson Jr. Elementary
Douglas L. Jamerson Jr. Elementary is a public elementary school in St.
Petersburg, FL, part of the PINELLAS. The school serves approximately 559 students in grades Pre-K – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 14.7:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.3/10, placing it in the 91st percentile among FL schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 62% proficiency in math, 4 points above the state average and 61% in reading/language arts, 6 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 $68,295, where 32% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large city setting.
Score Breakdown
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Douglas L. Jamerson Jr. Elementary — Students at Douglas L. Jamerson Jr. Elementary score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
49%
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: 8.6/10.
How Douglas L. Jamerson Jr. Elementary Compares
See how Douglas L. Jamerson Jr. Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 62% (2019) to 57% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 61% (2019) to 55% (2021).
Location
1200 37TH ST S, St. Petersburg, FL 33711
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Douglas L. Jamerson Jr. Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LAKEVIEW FUNDAMENTAL ELEMENTARY (rated 8.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is GULFPORT MONTESSORI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Gulfport), with a very similar rating. Additionally, MELROSE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in St. Petersburg, see our St. Petersburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33711 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,295
Median Home Value
$253,100
Median Rent
$1,819/mo
Population
18,347
College Educated
32%
Homeownership
71%
Avg Commute
25.6 min
Poverty Rate
17.2%
Median Age
38.5
Community Profile
The community surrounding Douglas L. Jamerson Jr. Elementary has a median household income of $68,295. It is an area where 32% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $253,100, with a median rent of $1,819/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.2%. 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 |
|---|---|
| AVOCADO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Homestead, FL | 8.3 |
| BAY POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg, FL | 8.3 |
| CLEVELAND COURT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lakeland, FL | 8.3 |
| FELLSMERE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fellsmere, FL | 8.3 |
| GLENALLEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Port, FL | 8.3 |
| GLORIA FLOYD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami, FL | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Douglas L. Jamerson Jr. Elementary
What grades does Douglas L. Jamerson Jr. Elementary serve?
Douglas L. Jamerson Jr. Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Douglas L. Jamerson Jr. Elementary?
Douglas L. Jamerson Jr. Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 559 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Douglas L. Jamerson Jr. Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Douglas L. Jamerson Jr. Elementary is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Douglas L. Jamerson Jr. Elementary rank in FL?
Douglas L. Jamerson Jr. Elementary is ranked #340 out of 3,777 schools in FL.
What is Douglas L. Jamerson Jr. Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Douglas L. Jamerson Jr. Elementary has a composite rating of 8.3 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 Douglas L. Jamerson Jr. Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Douglas L. Jamerson Jr. Elementary has 61.6% math proficiency and 60.6% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Douglas L. Jamerson Jr. Elementary a charter school?
No, Douglas L. Jamerson Jr. Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Douglas L. Jamerson Jr. Elementary a Title I school?
No, Douglas L. Jamerson Jr. Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Douglas L. Jamerson Jr. Elementary?
49.0% of students at Douglas L. Jamerson Jr. Elementary 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
- Walk Score
- 48 Car-Dependent
- Transit Score
- 46 Some Transit
- Bike Score
- 84 Very Bikeable
- City Safety
- High (3,083/100K)
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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (St. Petersburg). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 559
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 49.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Pinellas County
- Phone
- (727) 552-1703
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
PINELLAS- District Enrollment
- 91,021
- Schools in District
- 153
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,514
- District Rank
- #45 of 148
How We Rate Schools
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