PLATO ACADEMY CLEARWATER

PLATO ACADEMY CLEARWATER is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the PINELLAS school district, located in CLEARWATER, FL with about 455 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th 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 27 teachers, PLATO ACADEMY CLEARWATER has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

PLATO ACADEMY CLEARWATER is a tuition-free public charter school serving students in the Clearwater, Florida area. As part of the wider Plato Academy network, the school is known for its rigorous academic environment and its focus on a well-rounded education. A hallmark of the Plato Academy curriculum is the integration of the Greek language and culture into daily instruction, which is designed to promote linguistic development, historical awareness, and a sense of global citizenship among its students.

The school emphasizes a structured learning environment characterized by high academic standards and a commitment to character development. By maintaining a focus on core subjects and providing unique extracurricular opportunities, PLATO ACADEMY CLEARWATER aims to foster both intellectual growth and community responsibility. The school serves as a popular choice for local families seeking a specialized charter school experience that balances traditional educational values with a multicultural perspective.

For more information, contact PLATO ACADEMY CLEARWATER at (727) 228-9517 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2045 PALMETTO ST
CLEARWATER, FL 33765
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PLATO ACADEMY CLEARWATER is a public Title I Charter school in CLEARWATER, FL with about 455 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Florida

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
Yes
PINELLAS DISTRICT OFFICE
District:
PINELLAS
Total Students:
455
Teachers:
27
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
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th 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 455 students

White
69.2%
Hispanic/Latino
15.8%
Asian
5.7%
Black or African American
4.8%
Two or more races
4.0%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%

Female
54.1%
Male
45.9%

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.