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#1823 of 3,778 schools in FL

Top 48% in state

Seventy-fourth St. Elementary

Elementary School · PINELLAS

3801 74TH ST N, St. Petersburg, FL 33709

Enrollment

426

Student-Teacher

11.8:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#1,823 of 3,778

In St. Petersburg

#31 of 43

public schools

In district

#102 of 148

PINELLAS

School environment

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Seventy-fourth St. Elementary

6.4/10

Elementary School in St. Petersburg · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Seventy-fourth St. Elementary

Seventy-fourth St. Elementary is a public elementary school in St. Petersburg, FL, part of PINELLAS.

Seventy-fourth St. Elementary serves approximately 426 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Seventy-fourth St.

Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,823 of 3,778 schools in FL. Structured state assessment records for Seventy-fourth St. Elementary show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.3 pts below district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 7.7
  • FL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

35% of students at Seventy-fourth St. Elementary 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.9Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.19 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.0Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency50% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency50% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg-10.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-5.2 pts
Overall Proficiency50% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected+6.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile55th
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,514
Chronic Absenteeism34.7%

Seventy-fourth St. Elementary — Students at Seventy-fourth St. Elementary score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

68.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 45.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
58.1% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 42.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.2% (2024 FAST)

Based on 33 test records from FL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
43%
2013
ELA
42%
2014
Math
34%
ELA
33%
2015
Math
46%
ELA
39%
2016
Math
51%
ELA
43%
2017
Math
46%
ELA
43%
2018
Math
44%
ELA
41%
2019
Math
44%
ELA
41%
2020*
Math
30%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
30%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
39.4%
ELA
28.8%
2024
Math
50%
ELA
50%

* 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: 4.9/10.

How Seventy-fourth St. Elementary Compares

See how Seventy-fourth St. Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
52th percentile in FL
Academic
7.0/10
Very Good
Growth
4.9/10
Below Average
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
69%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
34.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

3801 74TH ST N, St. Petersburg, FL 33709

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Seventy-fourth St. Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PASADENA FUNDAMENTAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is AZALEA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WESTGATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in St. Petersburg, see our St. Petersburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
PLATO ACADEMY OF ST.PETERSBURG St. Petersburg 0.5 mi 6.6
AZALEA MIDDLE SCHOOL St. Petersburg 1.0 mi 5.6
COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL OF FIVE OAKS St. Petersburg 1.2 mi
TYRONE MIDDLE SCHOOL St. Petersburg 1.2 mi 7.1
AZALEA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg 1.3 mi 7.7
DIXIE M. HOLLINS HIGH SCHOOL Kenneth City 1.2 mi 6.4
BLANTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg 1.3 mi 6.3
NORTHSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL St. Petersburg 1.6 mi 6.9
MARJORIE KINNAN RAWLINGS ELEM Pinellas Park 1.7 mi 7.1
WESTGATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg 1.7 mi 7.4
ESE COUNTYWIDE Pinellas Park 1.9 mi 3.2
PINELLAS PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL Pinellas Park 1.9 mi 6.6
ADMIRAL FARRAGUT ACADEMY St. Petersburg 2.0 mi 7.7
ST. PETERSBURG COLLEGIATE HIGH SCHOOL St. Petersburg 2.1 mi 7.3
ST PETERSBURG CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL St. Petersburg 2.1 mi 6.4
NORTHWEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg 2.1 mi 6.7
DE LA FONTAINE TRILINGUAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Seminole 2.3 mi
NINA HARRIS ESE CENTER Pinellas Park 2.3 mi 7.3
PASADENA FUNDAMENTAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg 2.5 mi 8.4
ST JUDE CATHEDRAL SCHOOL St. Petersburg 2.6 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33709 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$52,621

Median Home Value

$190,300

Median Rent

$1,317/mo

Population

25,371

College Educated

19.5%

Homeownership

76.1%

Avg Commute

26.8 min

Poverty Rate

14.4%

Median Age

53.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Seventy-fourth St. Elementary

What grades does Seventy-fourth St. Elementary serve?

Seventy-fourth St. Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Seventy-fourth St. Elementary?

Seventy-fourth St. Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 426 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Seventy-fourth St. Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Seventy-fourth St. Elementary is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Seventy-fourth St. Elementary rank in FL?

Seventy-fourth St. Elementary ranks #1,823 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Seventy-fourth St. Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Seventy-fourth St. Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Seventy-fourth St. Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Seventy-fourth St. Elementary has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Seventy-fourth St. Elementary a charter school?

No, Seventy-fourth St. Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Seventy-fourth St. Elementary a Title I school?

No, Seventy-fourth St. Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Seventy-fourth St. Elementary?

68.8% of students at Seventy-fourth St. Elementary 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
48 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
36 Some Transit
Bike Score
73 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
426
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Free/Reduced Lunch
68.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Pinellas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
34.7%

District

PINELLAS
District Enrollment
91,021
Schools in District
153
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,514
District Rank
#102 of 148

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