Excellent
#45 of 3,777 schools in FL
Top 1% in state
Safety Harbor Elementary School
Elementary School · PINELLAS
535 5TH AVE N, Safety Harbor, FL 34695
Enrollment
635
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
635
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Safety Harbor
#1 of 2
public schools
Florida elementary schools
#42 of 2,196
In district
#9 of 148
PINELLAS
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Exceptional
About Safety Harbor Elementary School
Safety Harbor Elementary earns a 9.1/10 composite score — an Exceptional rating — and ranks #45 out of 3,777 public schools in Florida. That puts it in the top 1% statewide, outperforming 99% of all Florida public schools. Narrowed to elementary schools alone, it holds the #42 spot out of 2,196.
The school enrolls 635 students across grades PK through 5. At 14.8 students per teacher, class sizes stay manageable, giving teachers more direct contact time with each student. The academic score of 8.6 reflects strong tested performance, while the growth score of 9.5 is the higher of the two — indicating that students here advance faster than most of their statewide peers, year over year.
Safety Harbor Elementary is the top-ranked public school in the city, holding the #1 position of the two public schools in Safety Harbor. For families evaluating elementary options in the area, the combination of near-perfect growth and strong academic output is rare at this scale. Both scores reinforce each other, and the 9.1 composite reflects sustained performance across multiple measures.
Score Breakdown
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Safety Harbor Elementary School — Students at Safety Harbor Elementary School score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
44.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 10 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.5/10.
How Safety Harbor Elementary School Compares
See how Safety Harbor Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 71% (2019) to 63% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 62% (2019) to 66% (2021).
Location
535 5TH AVE N, Safety Harbor, FL 34695
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Safety Harbor Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CURLEW CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Palm Harbor), with a very similar rating. Another option is FOREST LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Oldsmar), with a comparable rating. Additionally, LEILA DAVIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Clearwater), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Safety Harbor, see our Safety Harbor schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 34695 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$96,138
Median Home Value
$418,200
Median Rent
$1,680/mo
Population
17,882
College Educated
45.5%
Homeownership
86.5%
Avg Commute
24.3 min
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Median Age
50.6
Community Profile
The community surrounding Safety Harbor Elementary School has a median household income of $96,138. It is a well-educated community where 46% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $418,200, with a median rent of $1,680/month. The local poverty rate of 6.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ATHENIAN ACADEMY OF TECHNOLOGY AND THE ARTS New Port Richey, FL | 9.1 |
| CURLEW CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palm Harbor, FL | 9.1 |
| DOMMERICH ELEMENTARY Maitland, FL | 9.1 |
| GRADY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa, FL | 9.1 |
| HIGH POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clearwater, FL | 9.1 |
| JENSEN BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jensen Beach, FL | 9.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Safety Harbor Elementary School
What grades does Safety Harbor Elementary School serve?
Safety Harbor Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Safety Harbor Elementary School?
Safety Harbor Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 635 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Safety Harbor Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Safety Harbor Elementary School is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Safety Harbor Elementary School rank in FL?
Safety Harbor Elementary School is ranked #45 out of 3,777 schools in FL.
What is Safety Harbor Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Safety Harbor Elementary School has a composite rating of 9.1 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Safety Harbor Elementary School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Safety Harbor Elementary School has 72.8% math proficiency and 69.2% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Safety Harbor Elementary School a charter school?
No, Safety Harbor Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Safety Harbor Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Safety Harbor Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Safety Harbor Elementary School?
44.1% of students at Safety Harbor 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.
Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 72 Very Walkable
- Transit Score
- 0 Minimal Transit
- Bike Score
- 71 Very Bikeable
- City Safety
- Elevated (833/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 635
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 44.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Pinellas County
- Phone
- (727) 724-1462
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
PINELLAS- District Enrollment
- 91,021
- Schools in District
- 153
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,514
- District Rank
- #9 of 148
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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