Average
#1472 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 39% in state
Gulfport Montessori Elementary School
Elementary School · PINELLAS
2014 52ND ST S, Gulfport, FL 33707
Enrollment
379
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
379
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,472 of 3,778
In Gulfport
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#74 of 148
PINELLAS
Academic growth
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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About Gulfport Montessori Elementary School
Gulfport Montessori Elementary School is a public elementary school in Gulfport, FL, part of PINELLAS. Gulfport Montessori Elementary School serves approximately 379 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Gulfport Montessori Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,472 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Gulfport Montessori Elementary School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 7.7
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
47% of students at Gulfport Montessori Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Gulfport Montessori Elementary School — Students at Gulfport Montessori Elementary School score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.8%
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: 7.3/10.
How Gulfport Montessori Elementary School Compares
See how Gulfport Montessori 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
2014 52ND ST S, Gulfport, FL 33707
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gulfport Montessori Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BEAR CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby St. Petersburg), which scores notably higher. Another option is DOUGLAS L. JAMERSON JR. ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby St. Petersburg), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MOUNT VERNON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby St. Petersburg), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Gulfport, see our Gulfport schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 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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| BRATT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Century, FL | 6.9 |
| CHARLES DREW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pompano Beach, FL | 6.9 |
| GIBSONTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gibsonton, FL | 6.9 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC SCHOOL Orlando, FL | 6.9 |
| GREENSBORO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Quincy, FL | 6.9 |
| GULF STREAM SCHOOL Gulf Stream, FL | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gulfport Montessori Elementary School
What grades does Gulfport Montessori Elementary School serve?
Gulfport Montessori Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Gulfport Montessori Elementary School?
Gulfport Montessori Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 379 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gulfport Montessori Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Gulfport Montessori Elementary School is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gulfport Montessori Elementary School rank in FL?
Gulfport Montessori Elementary School ranks #1,472 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Gulfport Montessori Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Gulfport Montessori Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Gulfport Montessori Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gulfport Montessori Elementary School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Gulfport Montessori Elementary School a charter school?
No, Gulfport Montessori Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gulfport Montessori Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Gulfport Montessori Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gulfport Montessori Elementary School?
85.8% of students at Gulfport Montessori 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 379
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Pinellas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.0%
- Phone
- (727) 893-2643
Resources & Links
District
PINELLAS- District Enrollment
- 91,021
- Schools in District
- 153
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,514
- District Rank
- #74 of 148
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