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#479 of 1,462 private schools in FL

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The French American School of Tampa Bay

Elementary School

2100 62ND AVE N, St. Petersburg, FL 33702

Private

Enrollment

40

Student-Teacher

6.7:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Florida private schools

#479 of 1,462

In St. Petersburg

#9 of 30

public schools

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The French American School of Tampa Bay

6.9/10

Elementary School in St. Petersburg · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.4/10

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About The French American School of Tampa Bay

The French American School of Tampa Bay is a private elementary school in St. Petersburg, FL. The French American School of Tampa Bay serves approximately 40 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6.7:1 student-teacher ratio.

The French American School of Tampa Bay has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #479 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it comparesOn par with FL schools
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • FL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

At 40 students, The French American School of Tampa Bay is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 6.7:1 students to teachers, The French American School of Tampa Bay sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

The French American School of Tampa Bay is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How The French American School of Tampa Bay compares to 38 public schools serving similar grades in St. Petersburg, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio
6.7:1
This School
vs
14.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
40
This School
vs
496
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.9
This School
vs
7.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 35% vs 0%
Black 7.5% vs 0%
Hispanic 5% vs 0%
Asian 5% vs 0%
The French American School of Tampa Bay St. Petersburg Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
The French American School of Tampa Bay (this school) 6.9
MEADOWLAWN MIDDLE SCHOOL 4.6
JOHN M. SEXTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 6.2
LYNCH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 5.9
LEALMAN INNOVATION ACADEMY 6.5
SAWGRASS LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 6.8
LEALMAN AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 5.9
NEW HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 6.5
NORTH SHORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 6.9
WOODLAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.4
SHORE ACRES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 8.2
WESTGATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.4
MOUNT VERNON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.2
NORTHWEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 6.7
BLANTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 6.3
PLATO ACADEMY OF ST.PETERSBURG 6.6
JOHN HOPKINS MIDDLE SCHOOL 6.4
CAMPBELL PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 8.4
TYRONE MIDDLE SCHOOL 7.1
FAIRMOUNT PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 6.5
MELROSE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 8.0

Showing 20 of 38 schools. View all schools in St. Petersburg

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in FL.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 9.0 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 6.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 3.0 / 10
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School Day Length 6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,080
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A+ 9.7 / 10
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Diversity Index 70%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C 2.8 / 10
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Enrollment 40
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in FL

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 35.0%
Two or More 35.0%
Black 7.5%
Native American 7.5%
Hispanic 5.0%
Asian 5.0%
Pacific Islander 5.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2100 62ND AVE N, St. Petersburg, FL 33702

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering The French American School of Tampa Bay may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THE FRENCH AMERICAN SCHOOL OF TAMPA BAY (rated 7.4/10), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ST PETERSBURG CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, NORTH SHORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 2.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in St. Petersburg, see our St. Petersburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
THE FRENCH AMERICAN SCHOOL OF TAMPA BAY St. Petersburg 0.0 mi 7.4
ST PETERSBURG CHRISTIAN SCHOOL St. Petersburg 0.1 mi 7.4
MEADOWLAWN MIDDLE SCHOOL St. Petersburg 0.4 mi 4.6
JOHN M. SEXTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg 0.4 mi 6.2
NORTHEAST HIGH SCHOOL St. Petersburg 0.5 mi 6.8
LYNCH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg 0.7 mi 5.9
LEALMAN INNOVATION ACADEMY St. Petersburg 1.0 mi 6.5
SAWGRASS LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg 1.2 mi 6.8
LEALMAN AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg 1.6 mi 5.9
DESTINY ACHIEVEMENT CENTERS St. Petersburg 1.9 mi 5.6
DOLPHIN STEM ACADEMY St. Petersburg 1.9 mi 5.1
NEW HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg 1.9 mi 6.5
SHORECREST PREPARATORY SCHOOL St. Petersburg 1.9 mi 6.4
EXCELLERATED TEACHING ACADEMY St. Petersburg 2.0 mi
ESTHERS SCHOOL INC-PINELLAS Pinellas Park 2.1 mi 5.1
HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC SCHOOL St. Petersburg 2.1 mi 6.0
PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS Pinellas Park 2.3 mi 5.8
NORTH SHORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg 2.4 mi 6.9
SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL Pinellas Park 2.4 mi 6.4
LIBERTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL St. Petersburg 2.6 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33702 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,503

Median Home Value

$293,700

Median Rent

$1,369/mo

Population

31,233

College Educated

38.2%

Homeownership

67.8%

Avg Commute

23.8 min

Poverty Rate

13.1%

Median Age

42.9

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CHILDREN'S PARADISE LEARNING CENTER Hialeah, FL 7.0
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about The French American School of Tampa Bay

What grades does The French American School of Tampa Bay serve?

The French American School of Tampa Bay serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend The French American School of Tampa Bay?

The French American School of Tampa Bay has an enrollment of approximately 40 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at The French American School of Tampa Bay?

The student-teacher ratio at The French American School of Tampa Bay is 6.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does The French American School of Tampa Bay rank in FL?

The French American School of Tampa Bay ranks #479 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is The French American School of Tampa Bay's MySchoolScout rating?

The French American School of Tampa Bay has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is The French American School of Tampa Bay a private school?

Yes, The French American School of Tampa Bay is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is The French American School of Tampa Bay a religious school?

No, The French American School of Tampa Bay is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
57 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
31 Some Transit
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
40
Gender Split
60% M / 40% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
6
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Pinellas County

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