Serving 661 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Discovery Academy Of Science ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 661 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Discovery Academy Of Science ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Discovery Academy Of Science's student population of 661 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
661 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Discovery Academy Of Science ranks within the top 5% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Discovery Academy Of Science is 0.52, 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
#161 out of 3704 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
18%
37%
Black
5%
21%
White
67%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
11 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Battle of the Books, Dance Team, Fitness Club, Math Competition Club, Robotics, Science Olympiad, Spanish Club, Yearbook Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Class, Concert Band, Music Class
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Discovery Academy of Science is a tuition-free, A school in Pinellas County that focuses on STEM+R curriculum: Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics + Reading.
- Individual Attention -- Making Sure Students "GET IT"
- Low student-to-teacher ratio and support, even free tutoring (if needed)
- Hands-on learning in regular classes and lab-settings, where young minds get inspired
- Innovative instructional methods that have proven track records
- Regular evaluation to insure students don`t get behind or aren`t being held back -- using the best evaluational resources available, includingMAP Testing (Measures of Academic Progress) from NWEA (The Northwest Evaluation Association, a national leader, approved by the State of Florida.)
- We work hard to make sure our graduates are prepared for the future. One of the major requirements is to help students learn how to learn to have critical thinking and communication skills necessary for success in the world of tomorrow.
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Discovery Academy Of Science's ranking?
Discovery Academy Of Science is ranked #161 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Discovery Academy Of Science often compared to?
Discovery Academy Of Scienceis often viewed alongside schools like Academie Da Vinci Charter School, Plato Academy Palm Harbor Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Discovery Academy Of Science?
661 students attend Discovery Academy Of Science.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Discovery Academy Of Science students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Discovery Academy Of Science?
Discovery Academy Of Science has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Discovery Academy Of Science offer ?
Discovery Academy Of Science offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Discovery Academy Of Science part of?
Discovery Academy Of Science is part of Pinellas School District.
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