Below Average
#3172 of 3,778 schools in FL
Pinellas High Innovation
School · PINELLAS
1220 PALMETTO ST, Clearwater, FL 33755
Enrollment
172
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
4.5
Grades
4th – 10th
Enrollment
172
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
4.5
Grades
4th – 10th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,172 of 3,778
In Clearwater
#26 of 28
public schools
In district
#141 of 148
PINELLAS
School environment
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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About Pinellas High Innovation
Pinellas High Innovation is a public school in Clearwater, FL, part of PINELLAS. Pinellas High Innovation serves approximately 172 students, and covers grades 4th-10th, and has a 7.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Pinellas High Innovation has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,172 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Pinellas High Innovation show 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 9% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 7.0
- FL avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 172 students, Pinellas High Innovation 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 Pinellas High Innovation 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.
At 7.8:1 students to teachers, Pinellas High Innovation sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Pinellas High Innovation — Students at Pinellas High Innovation score 6% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 6.5/10.
How Pinellas High Innovation Compares
See how Pinellas High Innovation performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1220 PALMETTO ST, Clearwater, FL 33755
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pinellas High Innovation may also want to explore other schools in the area. WASHBURN ACADEMY (rated 8.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DELPHI ACADEMY OF FLORIDA (rated 7.6/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CLEARWATER ACADEMY INTERNATIONAL (rated 7.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Clearwater, see our Clearwater schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33755 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,613
Median Home Value
$300,200
Median Rent
$1,340/mo
Population
28,057
College Educated
24.6%
Homeownership
57.7%
Avg Commute
24.4 min
Poverty Rate
22%
Median Age
41.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pinellas High Innovation
What grades does Pinellas High Innovation serve?
Pinellas High Innovation serves students in grades 4th through 10th.
How many students attend Pinellas High Innovation?
Pinellas High Innovation has an enrollment of approximately 172 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pinellas High Innovation?
The student-teacher ratio at Pinellas High Innovation is 7.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pinellas High Innovation rank in FL?
Pinellas High Innovation ranks #3,172 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Pinellas High Innovation's MySchoolScout rating?
Pinellas High Innovation has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Pinellas High Innovation?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pinellas High Innovation has 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 9% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Pinellas High Innovation a charter school?
No, Pinellas High Innovation is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pinellas High Innovation a Title I school?
No, Pinellas High Innovation is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pinellas High Innovation?
79.7% of students at Pinellas High Innovation 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
- 4th – 10th
- Enrollment
- 172
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.7%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Pinellas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 58.1%
- Phone
- (727) 298-1616
Resources & Links
District
PINELLAS- District Enrollment
- 91,021
- Schools in District
- 153
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,514
- District Rank
- #141 of 148
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