Serving 616 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Plato Academy Clearwater ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 616 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Plato Academy Clearwater ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Plato Academy Clearwater's student population of 616 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
616 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Year Founded
2004
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering All Learners to Exceed Expectations.
School Rankings
Plato Academy Clearwater ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Plato Academy Clearwater is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#781 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
21%
38%
Black
8%
21%
White
57%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Plato Academy Clearwater's ranking?
Plato Academy Clearwater is ranked #781 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Plato Academy Clearwater?
616 students attend Plato Academy Clearwater.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Plato Academy Clearwater students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Plato Academy Clearwater?
Plato Academy Clearwater has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Plato Academy Clearwater offer ?
Plato Academy Clearwater offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Plato Academy Clearwater part of?
Plato Academy Clearwater is part of Pinellas School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
The elementary school is adequate but overcrowded. The middle school does not offer classes for serious college bound students and is overcrowded. There are many more classes of students than classrooms.
Many parents feel that the school attempts to block parents and greatly limits parental communication.
The school if fine for C students, but I would not recommend it for other students.
There is a large turnover of teachers each year.
The school does not have a library.
5 10/10/2025
Brand new big building for 2014-15 school year. No overcrowded anything. Same great family atmosphere. Opportunity to take high school level greek 1 and 2, and if you pass the Greek government language test, your college may award credit. Algebra 1 honors available. Other high school courses can be taken through Florida virtual school. My children have taken algebra, geometry, Spanish 1, 2 and 3, and guitar for high school credit through the Florida virtual school while at Plato. Bad teachers do not stay long. Good teachers are usually promoted quickly.
5 10/10/2025
Plato Academy is a small school where children and families get to know each other and feel like a community. The schools each build slowly so that growth is carefully calculated and planned for maximum success. My daughter has attended Plato Saint Petersburg for VPK and Kindergarten and is already reading at a 2nd Grade mid-year level. She can easily complete 1st and 2nd Grade math tasks. She reports loving school and cannot wait to go back every Monday. One of the very best things about Plato is the after school program where children can participate in clubs like Yoga, Chess, and Kickball, etc. The annual All Pro Dad's 4 day camping trip to Fort Wilderness unites all Plato families and campuses in a fun, unforgettable memory making experience to be unrivaled in community and spirit building. Friendships are easily made beyond the walls of the school. Strong academics and strong family engagement are a formula for success! If you enjoy a high level of communication from your child's teacher and feeling like a welcomed and valued member of the school community - Plato is for you! - Happy Parent
5 10/10/2025
The new plato clearwater campus looks good except for the parking spots. They build big and try to grow bigger. Those are all good but they didn't think about the amount of traffics and poor design of the space. the location itself is not good only two lanes go in and out. all the cars has to go through one main gate and there is no enough parking spots and not spacious enough to accommodate all cars to be in and out quickly. It gets really painful dealing with that traffics every day.
5 10/10/2025
The new building is new and the teachers are more than willing to work, communicate and help encourage our child to love to learn. The front staff and the parking situation is another story.
Like the other review, The poor parking lot design and the amount of traffic makes it very difficult to park and pick up my child. You have to deal only two very narrow lanes going in and out.
You can not get to the parking spots in the rear of the building because of parents from the carpool taking up both lanes with their big SUVs. The lane is not spacious enough to accommodate all cars to be in and out quickly. It is getting really bad awaiting for a parking space for almost 30mins with that traffics every day to pick up my small child.
The front staff could be more friendly. When you come up and have questions, they act like you are been a nuisance and look at you like you are wasting their time. I have called and left messages and they are never returned.
A smile, being courteous and being aware that you there in front of the front desk, makes a whole difference.
It makes you feel welcomed.
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