Excellent
#575 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 15% in state
Ponce De Leon Elementary School
Elementary School · PINELLAS
1301 PONCE DE LEON BLVD, Clearwater, FL 33756
Enrollment
546
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
546
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#575 of 3,778
In Clearwater
#6 of 28
public schools
In district
#36 of 148
PINELLAS
Equity
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Ponce De Leon Elementary School
Ponce De Leon Elementary School is a public elementary school in Clearwater, FL, part of PINELLAS. Ponce De Leon Elementary School serves approximately 546 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Ponce De Leon Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #575 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Ponce De Leon Elementary School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- District avg 7.7
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Ponce De Leon 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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Ponce De Leon Elementary School — Students at Ponce De Leon Elementary School score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.5%
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: 7.9/10.
How Ponce De Leon Elementary School Compares
See how Ponce De Leon 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
1301 PONCE DE LEON BLVD, Clearwater, FL 33756
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ponce De Leon Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MILDRED HELMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Largo), which scores slightly higher. Another option is BELLEAIR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, RIDGECREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Largo), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Clearwater, see our Clearwater schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| AMERICAN COLLEGIATE ACADEMY Clearwater | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| IVA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Clearwater | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| PINELLAS ACADEMY OF MATH AND SCIENCE Largo | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| LARGO HIGH SCHOOL Largo | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| FIRST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Clearwater | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| BELLEAIR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clearwater | 1.2 mi | 8.4 |
| BELLEAIR MONTESSORI ACADEMY Belleair | 1.2 mi | — |
| DROPOUT PREVENTION SCHOOL Largo | 1.5 mi | 3.0 |
| MILDRED HELMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Largo | 1.7 mi | 8.9 |
| LARGO MIDDLE SCHOOL Largo | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| ST PAULS SCHOOL Clearwater | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| ST CECELIA INTERPAROCHIAL SCHOOL Clearwater | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
| WASHBURN ACADEMY Clearwater | 2.0 mi | 8.7 |
| PLUMB ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clearwater | 2.0 mi | 6.3 |
| NEXT LEVEL NATION ACADEMY Clearwater | 2.3 mi | — |
| CLEARWATER ACADEMY INTERNATIONAL Clearwater | 2.4 mi | 7.0 |
| CLEARWATER HIGH SCHOOL Clearwater | 2.4 mi | 4.9 |
| RIDGECREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Largo | 2.6 mi | 7.8 |
| OAK GROVE MIDDLE SCHOOL Clearwater | 2.4 mi | 5.4 |
| TAMPA BAY INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Clearwater | 2.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33756 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,990
Median Home Value
$335,800
Median Rent
$1,382/mo
Population
32,928
College Educated
30.2%
Homeownership
61.7%
Avg Commute
23.1 min
Poverty Rate
14%
Median Age
45
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ponce De Leon Elementary School
What grades does Ponce De Leon Elementary School serve?
Ponce De Leon Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Ponce De Leon Elementary School?
Ponce De Leon Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 546 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ponce De Leon Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ponce De Leon Elementary School is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ponce De Leon Elementary School rank in FL?
Ponce De Leon Elementary School ranks #575 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Ponce De Leon Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ponce De Leon Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Ponce De Leon Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ponce De Leon Elementary School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ponce De Leon Elementary School a charter school?
No, Ponce De Leon Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ponce De Leon Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Ponce De Leon Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ponce De Leon Elementary School?
79.5% of students at Ponce De Leon 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 546
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Pinellas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.6%
- Phone
- (727) 588-3573
Resources & Links
District
PINELLAS- District Enrollment
- 91,021
- Schools in District
- 153
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,514
- District Rank
- #36 of 148
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