Below Average
#3173 of 3,778 schools in FL
Pinellas Secondary School
High School · PINELLAS
8570 66TH ST N, Pinellas Park, FL 33781
Enrollment
79
Student-Teacher
3.4:1
Score
4.5
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
79
Student-Teacher
3.4:1
Score
4.5
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,173 of 3,778
In Pinellas Park
#11 of 12
public schools
In district
#142 of 148
PINELLAS
School environment
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Pinellas Secondary School
Pinellas Secondary School is a public high school in Pinellas Park, FL, part of PINELLAS. Pinellas Secondary School serves approximately 79 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 3.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Pinellas Secondary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,173 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Pinellas Secondary School show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 6.1
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
At 79 students, Pinellas Secondary School 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 Secondary School 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 3.4:1 students to teachers, Pinellas Secondary School 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 Secondary School — Students at Pinellas Secondary School score 9% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 31 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: 6.5/10.
How Pinellas Secondary School Compares
See how Pinellas Secondary 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
8570 66TH ST N, Pinellas Park, FL 33781
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pinellas Secondary School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CENTER ACADEMY PREP (rated 7.2/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CENTER ACADEMY (rated 6.2/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pinellas Park, see our Pinellas Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33781 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,378
Median Home Value
$251,200
Median Rent
$1,197/mo
Population
27,357
College Educated
21.7%
Homeownership
63.8%
Avg Commute
21.3 min
Poverty Rate
13.4%
Median Age
41.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pinellas Secondary School
What grades does Pinellas Secondary School serve?
Pinellas Secondary School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Pinellas Secondary School?
Pinellas Secondary School has an enrollment of approximately 79 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pinellas Secondary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Pinellas Secondary School is 3.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pinellas Secondary School rank in FL?
Pinellas Secondary School ranks #3,173 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Pinellas Secondary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Pinellas Secondary School 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 Secondary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pinellas Secondary School has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Pinellas Secondary School a charter school?
No, Pinellas Secondary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pinellas Secondary School a Title I school?
No, Pinellas Secondary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pinellas Secondary School?
81.0% of students at Pinellas Secondary 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
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 79
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.0%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Pinellas County
- Phone
- (727) 549-6550
- 4-Year Graduation
- ≤10%
Resources & Links
District
PINELLAS- District Enrollment
- 91,021
- Schools in District
- 153
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,514
- District Rank
- #142 of 148
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