PALM HARBOR MIDDLE SCHOOL
1,080 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Palm Harbor Middle School (PHMS) is a public middle school located in Palm Harbor, Florida, serving students in grades 6 through 8. As part of the Pinellas County Schools district, the institution is committed to providing a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to prepare students for the transition to high school. The school emphasizes a balanced educational experience that integrates core subjects—such as mathematics, science, language arts, and social studies—with a variety of elective courses and extracurricular activities aimed at fostering student growth, critical thinking, and social development.
The school is well-regarded for its focus on maintaining a positive and supportive learning environment that encourages both academic achievement and character development. Beyond the classroom, PHMS typically offers a range of opportunities, including sports teams, clubs, and arts programs, which help students explore their interests and build a sense of community. By utilizing resources provided by the Pinellas County school system, Palm Harbor Middle strives to meet the diverse needs of its student body while maintaining strong communication with parents and the surrounding Palm Harbor community.
The school is well-regarded for its focus on maintaining a positive and supportive learning environment that encourages both academic achievement and character development. Beyond the classroom, PHMS typically offers a range of opportunities, including sports teams, clubs, and arts programs, which help students explore their interests and build a sense of community. By utilizing resources provided by the Pinellas County school system, Palm Harbor Middle strives to meet the diverse needs of its student body while maintaining strong communication with parents and the surrounding Palm Harbor community.
1,080
Total Students
50.0
Full-Time Teachers
21.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
26.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 785 |
| Hispanic | 189 |
| Black | 40 |
| Asian | 25 |
| Two or More | 39 |
| American Indian | 2 |
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White785 (72.7 %)
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Hispanic189 (17.5 %)
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Black40 (3.7 %)
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Two or More39 (3.6 %)
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Asian25 (2.3 %)
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American Indian2 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | PINELLAS |
| Phone: | (727)669-1146 |
| Website: | http://www.ph-ms.pinellas.k12.fl.us/ |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 1,080 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 50.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 21.6 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 245 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 39 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
366
Grade 7
335
Grade 8
379
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 366 |
| Grade 7 | 335 |
| Grade 8 | 379 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 515 | 47.7% |
| Male | 565 | 52.3% |
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