TARPON SPRINGS FUNDAMENTAL ELE

TARPON SPRINGS FUNDAMENTAL ELE is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the PINELLAS school district, located in TARPON SPRINGS, FL with about 271 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 21 teachers, TARPON SPRINGS FUNDAMENTAL ELE has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

TARPON SPRINGS FUNDAMENTAL ELEmentary, located in Tarpon Springs, Florida, operates as a specialized magnet school within the Pinellas County School District. As a "fundamental" school, it adheres to a structured academic environment that emphasizes high expectations, rigorous curriculum, and consistent behavioral standards. The school fosters a strong partnership between students, staff, and parents, requiring active parental involvement—such as attending meetings and monitoring homework—as a condition of enrollment.

The school is well-regarded for its focus on character development and academic discipline, aiming to provide a traditional, back-to-basics educational experience. By blending a formal structure with a supportive community atmosphere, Tarpon Springs Fundamental seeks to prepare students for success in higher grade levels. Its mission centers on creating a cohesive environment where clear communication and shared accountability remain the pillars of the learning experience.

For more information, contact TARPON SPRINGS FUNDAMENTAL ELE at (727) 943-5508 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

400 E HARRISON ST
TARPON SPRINGS, FL 34689-4599
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TARPON SPRINGS FUNDAMENTAL ELE is a public Title I school in TARPON SPRINGS, FL with about 271 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Florida

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Magnet school:
Yes
District:
PINELLAS
Total Students:
271
Teachers:
21
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance eligible school-No program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 271 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending TARPON SPRINGS FUNDAMENTAL ELE is predominantly White, representing about 85% of the student body.

White
84.9%
Hispanic/Latino
8.5%
Black or African American
2.6%
Two or more races
2.2%
Asian
1.8%

Female
51.3%
Male
48.7%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.