Needs Improvement
#3721 of 3,778 schools in FL
Dropout Prevention School
School · PINELLAS
301 4TH ST SW, Largo, FL 33770
Enrollment
517
Score
3.0
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
517
Score
3.0
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,721 of 3,778
In Largo
#17 of 17
public schools
In district
#147 of 148
PINELLAS
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Dropout Prevention School
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About Dropout Prevention School
Dropout Prevention School is a public school in Largo, FL, part of PINELLAS. Dropout Prevention School serves approximately 517 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th. Dropout Prevention School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,721 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Dropout Prevention School show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.0 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 7.0
- FL avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Dropout Prevention School 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.
Score Breakdown
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Dropout Prevention School — Students at Dropout Prevention School score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
39.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 6.3/10.
How Dropout Prevention School Compares
See how Dropout Prevention School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
301 4TH ST SW, Largo, FL 33770
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dropout Prevention School may also want to explore other schools in the area. WASHBURN ACADEMY (rated 8.7/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Clearwater), which scores notably higher. Another option is AMERICAN COLLEGIATE ACADEMY (rated 6.6/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Clearwater), which scores notably higher. Additionally, IVA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Clearwater), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Largo, see our Largo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MILDRED HELMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Largo | 0.3 mi | 8.9 |
| LARGO HIGH SCHOOL Largo | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| LARGO MIDDLE SCHOOL Largo | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| RIDGECREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Largo | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| AMERICAN COLLEGIATE ACADEMY Clearwater | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| ST PATRICK CATHOLIC SCHOOL Largo | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| PONCE DE LEON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clearwater | 1.5 mi | 8.3 |
| BELLEAIR MONTESSORI ACADEMY Belleair | 1.6 mi | — |
| FUGUITT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Largo | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| PINELLAS ACADEMY OF MATH AND SCIENCE Largo | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
| PLATO SEMINOLE Largo | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
| IVA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Clearwater | 2.0 mi | 6.6 |
| BELLEAIR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clearwater | 2.6 mi | 8.4 |
| INDIAN ROCKS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Largo | 2.5 mi | 4.7 |
| FIRST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Clearwater | 2.5 mi | 5.9 |
| ST PAULS SCHOOL Clearwater | 2.5 mi | 7.6 |
| SOUTHERN OAK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Largo | 2.9 mi | 8.5 |
| WALSINGHAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Largo | 2.9 mi | 9.0 |
| ANONA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Largo | 3.1 mi | 9.0 |
| WASHBURN ACADEMY Clearwater | 3.4 mi | 8.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33770 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,071
Median Home Value
$245,200
Median Rent
$1,481/mo
Population
25,005
College Educated
26%
Homeownership
60.8%
Avg Commute
22.5 min
Poverty Rate
13.7%
Median Age
49.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| TALLAHASSEE CLASSICAL SCHOOL Tallahassee, FL | 3.1 |
| IVY GLOBAL SCHOOL Tampa, FL | 2.6 |
| MIAMI-DADE VIRTUAL HIGH SCHOOL FRANCHISE Miami, FL | 2.6 |
| LA PROGRESIVA SCHOOL Miami, FL | 3.8 |
| EAGLES NEST CHARTER ACADEMY Lauderhill, FL | 3.9 |
| CHEERFUL HEART ACADEMY Naples, FL | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dropout Prevention School
What grades does Dropout Prevention School serve?
Dropout Prevention School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Dropout Prevention School?
Dropout Prevention School has an enrollment of approximately 517 students.
How does Dropout Prevention School rank in FL?
Dropout Prevention School ranks #3,721 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Dropout Prevention School's MySchoolScout rating?
Dropout Prevention School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 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 Dropout Prevention School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dropout Prevention School has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Dropout Prevention School a charter school?
No, Dropout Prevention School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dropout Prevention School a Title I school?
No, Dropout Prevention School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dropout Prevention School?
39.3% of students at Dropout Prevention 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 – 12th
- Enrollment
- 517
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 39.3%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Pinellas County
- Phone
- (727) 588-6069
- 4-Year Graduation
- ≤5%
Resources & Links
District
PINELLAS- District Enrollment
- 91,021
- Schools in District
- 153
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,514
- District Rank
- #147 of 148
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