PINELLAS ACADEMY OF MATH AND SCIENCE

www.pinellasacademy.com

Charter School 879 Students

Elementary School K - 8th

School Overview

Pinellas Academy of Math and Science (PAMS), located in Clearwater, Florida, is a tuition-free public charter school that serves students in grades K-8. The school distinguishes itself through a specialized curriculum that emphasizes Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). By integrating hands-on learning experiences and project-based assignments, PAMS aims to foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills, preparing students for success in an increasingly tech-driven global landscape.

Beyond its focus on STEM, the academy is committed to providing a holistic education that balances academic rigor with character development. The school prides itself on maintaining a supportive community environment, often utilizing small class sizes to ensure personalized attention for every student. By offering a range of extracurricular activities and focusing on both core academic standards and innovative enrichment programs, Pinellas Academy seeks to cultivate well-rounded, lifelong learners who are equipped to thrive in high school and beyond.

879

Total Students

55.0

Full-Time Teachers

16.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

42.9%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for PINELLAS ACADEMY OF MATH AND SCIENCE
Demographic	Student Count
White	514
Hispanic	215
Black	83
Asian	13
Two or More	51
Pacific Islander	3

White
514 (58.5 %)
Hispanic
215 (24.5 %)
Black
83 (9.4 %)
Two or More
51 (5.8 %)
Asian
13 (1.5 %)
Pacific Islander
3 (0.3 %)

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)330-9449
Website:	http://www.pinellasacademy.com
Grade Range:	K - 8th
Total Students:	879
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	55.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	16.0
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	301
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	76

* 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 98

Grade 1 104

Grade 2 108

Grade 3 125

Grade 4 106

Grade 5 87

Grade 6 94

Grade 7 84

Grade 8 73

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for PINELLAS ACADEMY OF MATH AND SCIENCE
Grade	Student Count
Kindergarten	98
Grade 1	104
Grade 2	108
Grade 3	125
Grade 4	106
Grade 5	87
Grade 6	94
Grade 7	84
Grade 8	73

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for PINELLAS ACADEMY OF MATH AND SCIENCE
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	441	50.2%
Male	438	49.8%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)