Serving 343 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Plato Academy Palm Harbor Charter School ranks in the top 20% 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 74% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% 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: 343 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Plato Academy Palm Harbor Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Plato Academy Palm Harbor Charter School's student population of 343 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
343 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Plato Academy Palm Harbor Charter School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Plato Academy Palm Harbor Charter School is 0.35, 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
#509 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
12%
38%
Black
2%
21%
White
80%
34%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Palm Harbor Charter School's ranking?
Plato Academy Palm Harbor Charter School is ranked #509 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Plato Academy Palm Harbor Charter School?
343 students attend Plato Academy Palm Harbor Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Plato Academy Palm Harbor Charter School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Plato Academy Palm Harbor Charter School?
Plato Academy Palm Harbor Charter School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Plato Academy Palm Harbor Charter School offer ?
Plato Academy Palm Harbor Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Plato Academy Palm Harbor Charter School part of?
Plato Academy Palm Harbor Charter School is part of Pinellas School District.
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