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#2347 of 3,778 schools in FL
Paul B. Stephens Ese Center
School · PINELLAS
2935 COUNTY ROAD 193, Clearwater, FL 33759
Enrollment
148
Student-Teacher
5.7:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
148
Student-Teacher
5.7:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,347 of 3,778
In Clearwater
#17 of 28
public schools
In district
#122 of 148
PINELLAS
School environment
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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About Paul B. Stephens Ese Center
Paul B. Stephens Ese Center is a public school in Clearwater, FL, part of PINELLAS. Paul B.
Stephens Ese Center serves approximately 148 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 5.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Paul B. Stephens Ese Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,347 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Paul B. Stephens Ese Center show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 7.0
- FL avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 148 students, Paul B. Stephens Ese Center 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.
At 5.7:1 students to teachers, Paul B. Stephens Ese Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
56% of students at Paul B. Stephens Ese Center 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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Paul B. Stephens Ese Center — Students at Paul B. Stephens Ese Center score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
41.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 25 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: 4.1/10.
How Paul B. Stephens Ese Center Compares
See how Paul B. Stephens Ese Center 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
2935 COUNTY ROAD 193, Clearwater, FL 33759
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Paul B. Stephens Ese Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. SAFETY HARBOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Safety Harbor), which scores notably higher. Another option is LEILA DAVIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SAFETY HARBOR MONTESSORI ACADEMY (rated 7.6/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Clearwater, see our Clearwater schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33759 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,804
Median Home Value
$295,000
Median Rent
$1,771/mo
Population
17,647
College Educated
36.6%
Homeownership
51.5%
Avg Commute
23.6 min
Poverty Rate
13.9%
Median Age
45.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Paul B. Stephens Ese Center
What grades does Paul B. Stephens Ese Center serve?
Paul B. Stephens Ese Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Paul B. Stephens Ese Center?
Paul B. Stephens Ese Center has an enrollment of approximately 148 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Paul B. Stephens Ese Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Paul B. Stephens Ese Center is 5.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Paul B. Stephens Ese Center rank in FL?
Paul B. Stephens Ese Center ranks #2,347 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Paul B. Stephens Ese Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Paul B. Stephens Ese Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Paul B. Stephens Ese Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Paul B. Stephens Ese Center has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Paul B. Stephens Ese Center a charter school?
No, Paul B. Stephens Ese Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Paul B. Stephens Ese Center a Title I school?
No, Paul B. Stephens Ese Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Paul B. Stephens Ese Center?
41.9% of students at Paul B. Stephens Ese Center 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 – 12th
- Enrollment
- 148
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 41.9%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Pinellas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 56.1%
- Phone
- (727) 725-7982
- 4-Year Graduation
- 50%+
Resources & Links
District
PINELLAS- District Enrollment
- 91,021
- Schools in District
- 153
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,514
- District Rank
- #122 of 148
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