PLATO ACADEMY PINELLAS PARK CHARTER SCHOOL

www.platoacademy.net

Charter School 535 Students

Elementary School K - 8th

School Overview

Plato Academy Pinellas Park is a tuition-free public charter school serving students in the Pinellas Park area. As part of the wider Plato Academy network, the school places a strong emphasis on a rigorous academic curriculum that integrates the study of the Greek language and culture alongside core subjects. The school is known for its commitment to high academic standards, promoting a structured learning environment that encourages critical thinking, character development, and a strong sense of community among its students and staff.

The educational philosophy at Plato Academy centers on a balanced approach that combines traditional instruction with an enriched program designed to prepare students for future success. By fostering a close partnership between parents, teachers, and the community, the school aims to cultivate a supportive atmosphere that enhances the overall educational experience. Families interested in enrollment can utilize their website to learn more about their admissions process, mission, and the specific programs offered at the Pinellas Park campus.

535

Total Students

42.0

Full-Time Teachers

12.7

Student/Teacher Ratio

40.2%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for PLATO ACADEMY PINELLAS PARK CHARTER SCHOOL
Demographic	Student Count
White	255
Hispanic	112
Black	49
Asian	71
Two or More	47
Pacific Islander	1

White
255 (47.7%)
Hispanic
112 (20.9%)
Asian
71 (13.3%)
Black
49 (9.2%)
Two or More
47 (8.8%)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.2%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Charter School
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	PINELLAS
Phone:	(727)521-7260
Website:	http://www.platoacademy.net
Grade Range:	K - 8th
Total Students:	535
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	42.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	12.7
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	183
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	32

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 71

Grade 1 56

Grade 2 56

Grade 3 54

Grade 4 71

Grade 5 63

Grade 6 57

Grade 7 57

Grade 8 50

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for PLATO ACADEMY PINELLAS PARK CHARTER SCHOOL
Grade	Student Count
Kindergarten	71
Grade 1	56
Grade 2	56
Grade 3	54
Grade 4	71
Grade 5	63
Grade 6	57
Grade 7	57
Grade 8	50

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for PLATO ACADEMY PINELLAS PARK CHARTER SCHOOL
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	279	52.1%
Male	256	47.9%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)