Very Good
#1258 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 33% in state
Mount Vernon Elementary School
Elementary School · PINELLAS
4629 13TH AVE N, St. Petersburg, FL 33713
Enrollment
373
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
373
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,258 of 3,778
In St. Petersburg
#17 of 43
public schools
In district
#67 of 148
PINELLAS
School environment
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Mount Vernon Elementary School
Mount Vernon Elementary School is a public elementary school in St. Petersburg, FL, part of PINELLAS. Mount Vernon Elementary School serves approximately 373 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio.
Mount Vernon Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,258 of 3,778 schools in FL. Structured state assessment records for Mount Vernon Elementary School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 7.7
- FL avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Mount Vernon Elementary School — Students at Mount Vernon Elementary School score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.6%
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: 5.9/10.
How Mount Vernon Elementary School Compares
See how Mount Vernon 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
4629 13TH AVE N, St. Petersburg, FL 33713
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mount Vernon Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BEAR CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DOUGLAS L. JAMERSON JR. ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, WESTGATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in St. Petersburg, see our St. Petersburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY St. Petersburg | 0.7 mi | 7.7 |
| NORTHWEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| ELIM JUNIOR ACADEMY & CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER St. Petersburg | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| ST JUDE CATHEDRAL SCHOOL St. Petersburg | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| FAIRMOUNT PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Petersburg | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| WESTGATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg | 1.7 mi | 7.4 |
| DISSTON ACADEMY Gulfport | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| ST PETERSBURG CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL St. Petersburg | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| NEW HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| BEAR CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg | 1.8 mi | 8.6 |
| BOCA CIEGA HIGH SCHOOL Gulfport | 1.9 mi | 6.2 |
| ST. PETERSBURG HIGH SCHOOL St. Petersburg | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| GULFCOAST SDA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg | 2.0 mi | 6.3 |
| DOUGLAS L. JAMERSON JR. ELEMENTARY St. Petersburg | 2.0 mi | 8.2 |
| GIBBS HIGH SCHOOL St. Petersburg | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
| TYRONE MIDDLE SCHOOL St. Petersburg | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
| EXCELLERATED TEACHING ACADEMY St. Petersburg | 2.3 mi | — |
| DIVINE ACADEMY OF LEARNING St. Petersburg | 2.4 mi | — |
| SOUTHSIDE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY St. Petersburg | 2.4 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33713 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,704
Median Home Value
$279,000
Median Rent
$1,387/mo
Population
31,835
College Educated
34.8%
Homeownership
69.8%
Avg Commute
26.5 min
Poverty Rate
11.3%
Median Age
42.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AMELIA EARHART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hialeah, FL | 7.2 |
| BOWLING GREEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bowling Green, FL | 7.2 |
| CAPE VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cape Canaveral, FL | 7.2 |
| DEER PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Port Richey, FL | 7.2 |
| DOWNTOWN MIAMI CHARTER SCHOOL Miami, FL | 7.2 |
| DREAMERS ACADEMY Sarasota, FL | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mount Vernon Elementary School
What grades does Mount Vernon Elementary School serve?
Mount Vernon Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Mount Vernon Elementary School?
Mount Vernon Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 373 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mount Vernon Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mount Vernon Elementary School is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mount Vernon Elementary School rank in FL?
Mount Vernon Elementary School ranks #1,258 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Mount Vernon Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mount Vernon Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Mount Vernon Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mount Vernon Elementary School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mount Vernon Elementary School a charter school?
No, Mount Vernon Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mount Vernon Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Mount Vernon Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mount Vernon Elementary School?
71.6% of students at Mount Vernon 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 373
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Pinellas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.1%
- Phone
- (727) 893-1815
Resources & Links
District
PINELLAS- District Enrollment
- 91,021
- Schools in District
- 153
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,514
- District Rank
- #67 of 148
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