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St. Petersburg High School

#3 in Best Public High Schools in Pinellas County
  • A
    Overall Grade
  • Public
  • 9-12
  • St Petersburg, FL
  • 356 reviews
A
Overall Niche Grade
How are grades calculated?
  1. Academics
    A-
  2. Diversity
    A
  3. Teachers
    A
  4. College Prep
    A-
  5. Clubs & Activities
    A-
  6. Health & Safety
    C
  7. Administration
    A-
  8. Sports
    A-
  9. Food
    C
  10. Resources & Facilities
    C
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St. Petersburg High School is a highly rated, public school located in St Petersburg, FL. It has 2,059 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 20 to 1. According to state test scores, 39% of students are at least proficient in math and 52% in reading.
About St. Petersburg High School...
School District
Pinellas County Schools
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Address
2501 5th Ave N
St Petersburg, FL 33713
Telephone
(727) 893-1842
Website
pcsb.org

St. Petersburg High School Rankings

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Academics

Percent Proficient - Reading
52%
Percent Proficient - Math
39%
Average Graduation Rate
89%
Average SAT
1240
310 responses
Average ACT
26
201 responses
AP Enrollment
30%
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Living in the Area
A
Overall Niche Grade
How are grades calculated?
  1. Cost of Living
    B
  2. Good for Families
    B+
  3. Housing
    B-
Area Feel
Suburban
Median Household Income
$50,622
National
$55,322
Median Rent
$1,015
National
$949
Median Home Value
$165,000
National
$184,700

Culture & Safety

Health & Safety
C
Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
Poll
79%
of students agree that they feel safe at their school.34 responses
Poll
79%
of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.34 responses
Poll
What are your favorite school events or traditions?
Based on 105 responses
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  • Goldfever
    23%
  • Football Games
    19%
  • Homecoming
    13%
  • Dances
    10%
  • Prom
    10%
  • Spirit Week
    6%
  • Soccer Games
    4%

Students

Diversity
A
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
2,059
Free or Reduced Lunch
41%
76%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.38 responses
71%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.38 responses
87%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.38 responses

Teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
National
17:1
Average Teacher Salary
$50,586
Teachers in First/Second Year
3%
65%
of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.52 responses
81%
of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.52 responses
75%
of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.52 responses

Clubs & Activities

Clubs & Activities
A-
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low
Expenses Per Student
$10,190/ year
National
$12,239
92%
of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.60 responses
60%
of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.60 responses
87%
of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.60 responses
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St. Petersburg High School Reviews

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There are many things to love and dislike about this school as with any other. Among the benefits of attending St. Pete High are the many programs that it offers its students. Whether its AP, IB, Dual Enrollment, Traditional, Construction, or Management, there is a program out there for students to explore. From experience, both the AP and IB curriculums are challenging and help students understand their academic potential. Tradition is also important: Interschool rivalries, myths about ghosts, and the split courtyards for lunch are somethings I will miss going off into college. Teachers aren't scary either. I am never afraid to ask them for tutoring or help outside of school if im ever struggling. They are there to help you succeed!
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I have had a great time at SPHS! I’m in the IB program, which separates our class largely from the traditional class. It’s likely my view on the school could be different from one in traditional/AP courses but I tried to take into account what I know. The IB program has great teachers and curriculum, but it would be better if it also included a musical or artistic aspect (as in teaching more artistic IB courses).
I've been at St. Petersburg High School for almost four complete years now. I am now a senior, and only have two more months to spend time with my amazing friends, teachers, and clubs! SPHS has really grown on me over the years. The staff is so loving and kind...I've gotten along with every single one of my teachers since freshman year! I've been lifelong friends and I've also made some of the best memories of my life. I take APs and Honors classes which have helped me to strive to get a weighted GPA of 3.9. My math skills were awful in middle school, and now I'm making A's! My teachers are not only helping me academically, but they have helped me grow into an independent, smart woman.