Summary:
The city of Seminole, Florida is home to 10 schools, including 5 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 3 high schools, all part of the Pinellas school district. While the district is ranked 23 out of 68 in Florida and has a 3-star rating, the schools in Seminole show a wide range of performance, with some standouts and others struggling.
Osceola Fundamental High School consistently ranks among the top high schools in Florida, with a 4-star rating and an impressive 99.8% four-year graduation rate. Similarly, Orange Grove Elementary School and Bauder Elementary School are high-performing, with 5-star ratings and strong test scores. In contrast, Seminole High School and Bardmoor Elementary School struggle with lower test scores and higher chronic absenteeism rates.
The data suggests a correlation between socioeconomic factors, such as the percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, and school performance. The higher-performing schools tend to have lower percentages of students in this category. Additionally, factors beyond just funding and demographics, such as school culture and leadership, appear to play a significant role in student outcomes, as demonstrated by the success of schools like Osceola Fundamental High and Orange Grove Elementary. The data highlights the need for targeted interventions and support in underperforming schools to help close the achievement gap and provide all students with access to a high-quality education.
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