Summary:
The 34695 zip code in Florida is home to two schools: Safety Harbor Elementary School (PK-5) and Safety Harbor Middle School (6-8). While both schools serve the same community, Safety Harbor Elementary stands out as a top performer, consistently ranking in the top 30% of Pinellas elementary schools and earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger.
Safety Harbor Elementary boasts strong academic performance, with 82% of 5th graders proficient or better in science, 80% of 3rd graders proficient or better in ELA, and 82% of 5th graders proficient or better in math - all well above district and state averages. In contrast, Safety Harbor Middle has more mixed results, with some areas exceeding the district and state (e.g., Algebra 1, Geometry) but others lagging behind (e.g., 8th grade ELA and math).
The data also reveals differences in student demographics and funding between the two schools. Safety Harbor Elementary has a higher percentage of white students (66.21%) compared to Safety Harbor Middle (53.39%), and spends more per student ($11,857 vs. $8,917). Both schools serve a significant population of economically disadvantaged students, with around 49% qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch.
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