DOUGLAS L. JAMERSON JR. ELEMENTARY

School Overview
Douglas L. Jamerson Jr. Elementary School, located in St. Petersburg, Florida, is a notable institution within the Pinellas County Schools district known for its specialized academic focus. The school is particularly recognized for its **Center for Mathematics and Engineering**, a magnet program that integrates hands-on learning, advanced technology, and rigorous problem-solving into the daily curriculum. By emphasizing STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) principles from an early age, the school aims to cultivate critical thinking skills and prepare students for future academic success in high-demand fields.

Beyond its academic mission, Jamerson Elementary is dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive community environment. The school prioritizes the development of the "whole child" by blending its technical curriculum with traditional core subjects and character-building initiatives. With its location in the heart of St. Petersburg, the school serves as a vital resource for local families, maintaining strong partnerships with parents and the community to ensure that students have the tools, resources, and mentorship necessary to excel in a rapidly evolving global landscape.
536
Total Students
38.0
Full-Time Teachers
14.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
46.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for DOUGLAS L. JAMERSON JR. ELEMENTARY
Demographic Student Count
White195
Hispanic56
Black240
Asian6
Two or More37
American Indian2
  • Black
    240 (44.8%)
  • White
    195 (36.4%)
  • Hispanic
    56 (10.4%)
  • Two or More
    37 (6.9%)
  • Asian
    6 (1.1%)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.4%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: PINELLAS
Phone: (727)552-1703
Website: http://www.jamerson-es.pinellas.k12.fl.us
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 536
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 38.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 229
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 20
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 94
Grade 1 93
Grade 2 94
Grade 3 94
Grade 4 82
Grade 5 79

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for DOUGLAS L. JAMERSON JR. ELEMENTARY
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten94
Grade 193
Grade 294
Grade 394
Grade 482
Grade 579
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for DOUGLAS L. JAMERSON JR. ELEMENTARY
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female19836.9%
Male33863.1%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)