Excellent
#459 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 12% in state
Southern Oak Elementary School
Elementary School · PINELLAS
9101 WALSINGHAM RD, Largo, FL 33773
Enrollment
495
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
495
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#459 of 3,778
In Largo
#5 of 17
public schools
In district
#30 of 148
PINELLAS
Equity
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Southern Oak Elementary School
Southern Oak Elementary School is a public elementary school in Largo, FL, part of PINELLAS. Southern Oak Elementary School serves approximately 495 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Southern Oak Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #459 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Southern Oak Elementary School show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 7.7
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Southern Oak 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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Southern Oak Elementary School — Students at Southern Oak Elementary School score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
63.4%
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: 8.3/10.
How Southern Oak Elementary School Compares
See how Southern Oak 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
9101 WALSINGHAM RD, Largo, FL 33773
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southern Oak Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WALSINGHAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is STARKEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Seminole), with a comparable rating. Additionally, RIDGECREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 2.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Largo, see our Largo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WALSINGHAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Largo | 0.1 mi | 9.0 |
| FUGUITT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Largo | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| OSCEOLA FUNDAMENTAL HIGH Seminole | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| SPECIAL KIDS ACADEMY - SEMINOLE Seminole | 1.6 mi | — |
| PINELLAS PREPARATORY ACADEMY Largo | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| LAMPERT'S ACHIEVEMENT ACADEMY Largo | 1.5 mi | — |
| PLATO SEMINOLE Largo | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| OSCEOLA MIDDLE SCHOOL Seminole | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| BARDMOOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Seminole | 2.1 mi | 7.3 |
| STARKEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Seminole | 2.2 mi | 7.9 |
| LARGO MIDDLE SCHOOL Largo | 2.2 mi | 6.6 |
| PLATO ACADEMY LARGO CHARTER SCHOOL Largo | 2.2 mi | 4.4 |
| CROSS BAYOU ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pinellas Park | 2.3 mi | 4.8 |
| CAMELOT SCHOOL Largo | 2.2 mi | — |
| FITZGERALD MIDDLE SCHOOL Largo | 2.4 mi | 5.8 |
| FRONTIER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clearwater | 2.7 mi | 7.5 |
| PINELLAS PARK HIGH SCHOOL Largo | 2.5 mi | 5.1 |
| RIDGECREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Largo | 2.6 mi | 7.8 |
| DROPOUT PREVENTION SCHOOL Largo | 2.9 mi | 3.0 |
| LARGO HIGH SCHOOL Largo | 3.0 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33773 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,115
Median Home Value
$280,600
Median Rent
$1,567/mo
Population
16,918
College Educated
30.6%
Homeownership
74.3%
Avg Commute
28.2 min
Poverty Rate
10.1%
Median Age
46.5
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| BESSEY CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palm City, FL | 8.5 |
| CALLAHAN INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Callahan, FL | 8.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Southern Oak Elementary School
What grades does Southern Oak Elementary School serve?
Southern Oak Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Southern Oak Elementary School?
Southern Oak Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 495 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southern Oak Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Southern Oak Elementary School is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Southern Oak Elementary School rank in FL?
Southern Oak Elementary School ranks #459 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Southern Oak Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Southern Oak Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Southern Oak Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Southern Oak Elementary School has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Southern Oak Elementary School a charter school?
No, Southern Oak Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Southern Oak Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Southern Oak Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Southern Oak Elementary School?
63.4% of students at Southern Oak 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
- 495
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 63.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Pinellas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.5%
- Phone
- (727) 588-4654
Resources & Links
District
PINELLAS- District Enrollment
- 91,021
- Schools in District
- 153
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,514
- District Rank
- #30 of 148
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