Serving 704 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Plumb Elementary School 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 68% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 704 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Plumb Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Plumb Elementary School's student population of 704 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
704 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Plumb Elementary School 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 Plumb Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#1000 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
29%
38%
Black
7%
21%
White
51%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
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 Plumb Elementary School's ranking?
Plumb Elementary School is ranked #1000 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Plumb Elementary School often compared to?
Plumb Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Belcher Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Plumb Elementary School?
704 students attend Plumb Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Plumb Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Plumb Elementary School?
Plumb Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Plumb Elementary School offer ?
Plumb Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Plumb Elementary School part of?
Plumb Elementary School is part of Pinellas School District.
School Reviews
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