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Pace Center for Girls

High School · PINELLAS

4000 GATEWAY CENTER BLVD, Pinellas Park, FL 33782

Enrollment

40

Student-Teacher

13.3:1

Score

5.8

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#2,274 of 3,778

In Pinellas Park

#6 of 12

public schools

In district

#119 of 148

PINELLAS

Academic growth

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Pace Center for Girls

5.8/10

High School in Pinellas Park · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Pace Center for Girls

Pace Center for Girls is a public high school in Pinellas Park, FL, part of PINELLAS. Pace Center for Girls serves approximately 40 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Pace Center for Girls has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,274 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for Pace Center for Girls show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • FL avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

At 40 students, Pace Center for Girls is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Test scores at Pace Center for Girls 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.6Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change+0.68 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics2.1Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency10% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency18% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-27.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile5th
College Readiness3.3Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,514

Pace Center for Girls — Students at Pace Center for Girls score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

65%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 17.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 15.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from FL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
15%
ELA
24.5%
2010
Math
10%
ELA
15%
2011
Math
10%
ELA
15%
2012
Math
15%
ELA
24.5%
2013
ELA
5%
2014
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2015
Math
10%
ELA
5%
2016
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2017
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2018
Math
30%
ELA
30%
2019
Math
30%
ELA
30%
2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
10%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
10%
2022
Math
25%

* 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: 9.6/10.

How Pace Center for Girls Compares

See how Pace Center for Girls performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.8/10
40th percentile in FL
Academic
2.1/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.6/10
Excellent
Environment
9.4/10
Excellent
Advanced STEM
1/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
65%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
3 teachers

Programs & Offerings

Advanced STEM Courses1 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

4000 GATEWAY CENTER BLVD, Pinellas Park, FL 33782

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pace Center for Girls may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ST PETERSBURG CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby St. Petersburg), which scores notably higher. Another option is SKYVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NINA HARRIS ESE CENTER (rated 7.3/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pinellas Park, see our Pinellas Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
MORNING STAR SCHOOL Pinellas Park 0.6 mi 6.8
SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL Pinellas Park 0.7 mi 6.4
PLATO ACADEMY PINELLAS PARK CHARTER SCHOOL Pinellas Park 0.8 mi 5.2
CREATIVE LEARNING CENTER Pinellas Park 0.9 mi 6.1
RICHARD L. SANDERS SCHOOL Pinellas Park 1.0 mi 5.7
ESTHERS SCHOOL INC-PINELLAS Pinellas Park 1.1 mi 5.1
PINELLAS PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pinellas Park 1.3 mi 5.5
COVENANT ACADEMY Pinellas Park 1.4 mi 3.7
KING QUEEN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL FOR ALL STUDE Pinellas Park 1.6 mi 3.6
KING & QUEEN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL FOR ALL STUDENTS Pinellas Park 1.6 mi 3.6
LEALMAN AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg 1.7 mi 5.9
SKYVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pinellas Park 1.7 mi 7.3
PINELLAS CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pinellas Park 1.8 mi 7.1
SAWGRASS LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg 1.8 mi 6.8
WOODLAWN COMMUNITY ACADEMY Clearwater 2.0 mi 6.8
LYNCH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg 2.0 mi 5.9
EXCELLERATED TEACHING ACADEMY St. Petersburg 2.3 mi
NINA HARRIS ESE CENTER Pinellas Park 2.1 mi 7.3
ST PETERSBURG CHRISTIAN SCHOOL St. Petersburg 2.2 mi 7.4
THE FRENCH AMERICAN SCHOOL OF TAMPA BAY St. Petersburg 2.3 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33782 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,487

Median Home Value

$253,700

Median Rent

$1,767/mo

Population

22,607

College Educated

29.2%

Homeownership

74.7%

Avg Commute

26.1 min

Poverty Rate

13.5%

Median Age

48

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pace Center for Girls

What grades does Pace Center for Girls serve?

Pace Center for Girls serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Pace Center for Girls?

Pace Center for Girls has an enrollment of approximately 40 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pace Center for Girls?

The student-teacher ratio at Pace Center for Girls is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pace Center for Girls rank in FL?

Pace Center for Girls ranks #2,274 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Pace Center for Girls's MySchoolScout rating?

Pace Center for Girls has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Pace Center for Girls?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pace Center for Girls has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Pace Center for Girls a charter school?

No, Pace Center for Girls is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Pace Center for Girls a Title I school?

No, Pace Center for Girls is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pace Center for Girls?

65.0% of students at Pace Center for Girls 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
37 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
33 Some Transit
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
40
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
3
Free/Reduced Lunch
65.0%
Type
alternative
Setting
Small City
County
Pinellas County

District

PINELLAS
District Enrollment
91,021
Schools in District
153
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,514
District Rank
#119 of 148

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