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#1749 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 46% in state
New Heights Elementary School
Elementary School · PINELLAS
3901 37TH ST N, St. Petersburg, FL 33714
Enrollment
659
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
659
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,749 of 3,778
In St. Petersburg
#30 of 43
public schools
In district
#99 of 148
PINELLAS
School environment
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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About New Heights Elementary School
New Heights Elementary School is a public elementary school in St. Petersburg, FL, part of PINELLAS. New Heights Elementary School serves approximately 659 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio.
New Heights Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,749 of 3,778 schools in FL. Structured state assessment records for New Heights Elementary School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 7.7
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at New Heights 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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New Heights Elementary School — Students at New Heights Elementary School score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76.2%
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: 6.1/10.
How New Heights Elementary School Compares
See how New Heights 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
3901 37TH ST N, St. Petersburg, FL 33714
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering New Heights Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THE FRENCH AMERICAN SCHOOL OF TAMPA BAY (rated 7.4/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ST PETERSBURG CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, WESTGATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in St. Petersburg, see our St. Petersburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33714 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,221
Median Home Value
$177,500
Median Rent
$1,270/mo
Population
20,103
College Educated
20.1%
Homeownership
65.5%
Avg Commute
24.1 min
Poverty Rate
14.7%
Median Age
40.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about New Heights Elementary School
What grades does New Heights Elementary School serve?
New Heights Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend New Heights Elementary School?
New Heights Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 659 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at New Heights Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at New Heights Elementary School is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does New Heights Elementary School rank in FL?
New Heights Elementary School ranks #1,749 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is New Heights Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
New Heights Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 New Heights Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, New Heights Elementary School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is New Heights Elementary School a charter school?
No, New Heights Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is New Heights Elementary School a Title I school?
No, New Heights Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for New Heights Elementary School?
76.2% of students at New Heights 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
- 659
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Pinellas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.8%
- Phone
- (727) 893-2135
Resources & Links
District
PINELLAS- District Enrollment
- 91,021
- Schools in District
- 153
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,514
- District Rank
- #99 of 148
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