Excellent
#365 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 10% in state
Sandy Lane Elementary School
Elementary School · PINELLAS
1360 SANDY LN, Clearwater, FL 33755
Enrollment
308
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
308
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#365 of 3,778
In Clearwater
#4 of 28
public schools
In district
#26 of 148
PINELLAS
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Sandy Lane Elementary School
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About Sandy Lane Elementary School
Sandy Lane Elementary School is a public elementary school in Clearwater, FL, part of PINELLAS. Sandy Lane Elementary School serves approximately 308 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Sandy Lane Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #365 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Sandy Lane Elementary School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- District avg 7.7
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Sandy Lane 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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Sandy Lane Elementary School — Students at Sandy Lane Elementary School score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.6%
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: 9.4/10.
How Sandy Lane Elementary School Compares
See how Sandy Lane 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
1360 SANDY LN, Clearwater, FL 33755
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sandy Lane Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KINGS HIGHWAY ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL (rated 9.6/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is CURTIS FUNDAMENTAL ELEMENTARY (rated 9.1/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Dunedin), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ACADEMIE DA VINCI CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Dunedin), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Clearwater, see our Clearwater schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 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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| GLENDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vero Beach, FL | 8.7 |
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| RUTH N. UPSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville, FL | 8.7 |
| SEA PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Satellite Beach, FL | 8.7 |
| SOMERSET ACADEMY ELEMENTARY SOUTH CAMPUS Miami, FL | 8.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sandy Lane Elementary School
What grades does Sandy Lane Elementary School serve?
Sandy Lane Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Sandy Lane Elementary School?
Sandy Lane Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 308 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sandy Lane Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sandy Lane Elementary School is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sandy Lane Elementary School rank in FL?
Sandy Lane Elementary School ranks #365 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Sandy Lane Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sandy Lane Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Sandy Lane Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sandy Lane Elementary School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sandy Lane Elementary School a charter school?
No, Sandy Lane Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sandy Lane Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Sandy Lane Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sandy Lane Elementary School?
78.6% of students at Sandy Lane 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
- 308
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Pinellas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.8%
- Phone
- (727) 469-5974
Resources & Links
District
PINELLAS- District Enrollment
- 91,021
- Schools in District
- 153
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,514
- District Rank
- #26 of 148
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