Excellent
#164 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 4% 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
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#164 of 3,778
In Safety Harbor
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#12 of 148
PINELLAS
Equity
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Safety Harbor Elementary School
Safety Harbor Elementary School is a public elementary school in Safety Harbor, FL, part of PINELLAS. Safety Harbor Elementary School serves approximately 635 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Safety Harbor Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #164 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Safety Harbor Elementary School show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.1 · Excellent
- District avg 7.7
- FL avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Safety Harbor Elementary School — Students at Safety Harbor Elementary School score 75% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
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 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: 8.8/10.
How Safety Harbor Elementary School Compares
See how Safety Harbor 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
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. OLDSMAR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Oldsmar), with a very similar rating. Another option is FOREST LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Oldsmar), with a comparable rating. Additionally, CURLEW CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Palm Harbor), 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
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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 ranks #164 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Safety Harbor Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Safety Harbor Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 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 Safety Harbor Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Safety Harbor Elementary School has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
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
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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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.1%
- Phone
- (727) 724-1462
Resources & Links
District
PINELLAS- District Enrollment
- 91,021
- Schools in District
- 153
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,514
- District Rank
- #12 of 148
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