Average
#1824 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 48% in state
John Hopkins Middle School
Middle School · PINELLAS
701 16TH ST S, St. Petersburg, FL 33705
Enrollment
791
Student-Teacher
19.3:1
Score
6.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
791
Student-Teacher
19.3:1
Score
6.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,824 of 3,778
In St. Petersburg
#32 of 43
public schools
In district
#103 of 148
PINELLAS
Academic growth
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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About John Hopkins Middle School
John Hopkins Middle School is a public middle school in St. Petersburg, FL, part of PINELLAS. John Hopkins Middle School serves approximately 791 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 19.3:1 student-teacher ratio.
John Hopkins Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,824 of 3,778 schools in FL. Structured state assessment records for John Hopkins Middle School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- FL avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at John Hopkins Middle 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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John Hopkins Middle School — Students at John Hopkins Middle School score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
59.8%
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: 7.8/10.
How John Hopkins Middle School Compares
See how John Hopkins Middle 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
701 16TH ST S, St. Petersburg, FL 33705
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John Hopkins Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. THURGOOD MARSHALL FUNDAMENTAL (rated 7.6/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ACADEMY PREP CENTER OF ST PETERSBURG (rated 6.6/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, MT MORIAH CHRISTIAN FUNDAMENTAL ACADEMY (rated 5.4/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in St. Petersburg, see our St. Petersburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MOUNT ZION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY St. Petersburg | 0.3 mi | 5.6 |
| MELROSE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg | 0.4 mi | 8.0 |
| CAMPBELL PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg | 0.4 mi | 8.4 |
| PERKINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| MIDTOWN ACADEMY St. Petersburg | 0.8 mi | 9.6 |
| ACADEMY PREP CENTER OF ST PETERSBURG St. Petersburg | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| JAMES B. SANDERLIN K-8 St. Petersburg | 1.2 mi | 9.3 |
| ST. PETERSBURG HIGH SCHOOL St. Petersburg | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| LAKEVIEW FUNDAMENTAL ELEMENTARY St. Petersburg | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| GIBBS HIGH SCHOOL St. Petersburg | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| ST. PETERSBURG COLLEGIATE STEM HIGH SCHOOL St. Petersburg | 1.4 mi | — |
| ARQAM'S ACADEMY St. Petersburg | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| WOODLAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg | 1.7 mi | 7.4 |
| DOUGLAS L. JAMERSON JR. ELEMENTARY St. Petersburg | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
| ST PAUL CATHOLIC SCHOOL St. Petersburg | 1.8 mi | 5.5 |
| MT MORIAH CHRISTIAN FUNDAMENTAL ACADEMY St. Petersburg | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
| SOUTHSIDE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY St. Petersburg | 1.8 mi | 4.5 |
| DIVINE ACADEMY OF LEARNING St. Petersburg | 2.0 mi | — |
| THURGOOD MARSHALL FUNDAMENTAL St. Petersburg | 2.1 mi | 7.6 |
| FAIRMOUNT PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg | 2.1 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33705 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,783
Median Home Value
$321,500
Median Rent
$1,457/mo
Population
27,024
College Educated
35.6%
Homeownership
58%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
15.6%
Median Age
44
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| BONITA SPRINGS MIDDLE CENTER FOR THE ARTS Bonita Springs, FL | 6.4 |
| CONNISTON MIDDLE SCHOOL West Palm Beach, FL | 6.4 |
| CUTLER BAY MIDDLE Cutler Bay, FL | 6.4 |
| REDLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL Homestead, FL | 6.4 |
| SOUTHPORT MIDDLE SCHOOL Port St. Lucie, FL | 6.4 |
| UMATILLA MIDDLE SCHOOL Umatilla, FL | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John Hopkins Middle School
What grades does John Hopkins Middle School serve?
John Hopkins Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend John Hopkins Middle School?
John Hopkins Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 791 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John Hopkins Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at John Hopkins Middle School is 19.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John Hopkins Middle School rank in FL?
John Hopkins Middle School ranks #1,824 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is John Hopkins Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
John Hopkins Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 John Hopkins Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John Hopkins Middle School has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is John Hopkins Middle School a charter school?
No, John Hopkins Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John Hopkins Middle School a Title I school?
No, John Hopkins Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John Hopkins Middle School?
59.8% of students at John Hopkins Middle 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 791
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Pinellas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.4%
- Phone
- (727) 893-2400
Resources & Links
District
PINELLAS- District Enrollment
- 91,021
- Schools in District
- 153
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,514
- District Rank
- #103 of 148
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