Bay Vista Fundamental Elementary is a magnet school in the Greater Pinellas Point neighborhood known for its numerous programs for all types of students. One program offered is the Jacob K. Javits Fellowship, a partnership with the U.S. Department of Education that funds students who excel in specific subjects. Another program offered at the school is the Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports program. PBIS focuses on using evidence-based instructional strategies that enhance student well-being. Between its gifted options and supportive intervention programs, Bay Vista Fundamental Elementary can assist students with various educational needs. The school also features a highly active PTA and extracurricular clubs such as video production, sports, gardening and chess. The school hosts numerous events throughout the year, including art shows, choral concerts, sports clubs, movie nights and seasonal festivals.
Providing robust student-centered curricula is vital to students' success. For its efforts, Bay Vista Fundamental consistently places within the top 10% of schools within the state.
Bay Vista Fundamental Elementary School
Public Elementary School
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Grade K-5
5900 DR MARTIN L KING St S,
Saint Petersburg, FL
Pinellas County Schools
School Details
Head of School
Mrs. Keila Victor
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Math Proficiency
70%
Reading Proficiency
69%
Niche Grade
A-
A-
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Reading Proficiency
69%
Math Proficiency
70%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
41
Full Time Teachers
41
Teachers in First or Second Year
1.9%
GreatSchools Rating
6
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
Math
10%
State Average
22%
Science
10%
State Average
26%
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
624:1
Student Diversity
Male
50.1%
Female
49.9%
White
39.9%
Black
37.9%
Hispanic
12.4%
Two or more races
6.6%
Asian or Pacific Islander
2.7%
Native American
<1%
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Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
GreatSchools Reviews
5/2/2025
Teachers are highly qualified and very experienced; it’s a school where children are encouraged to discover their potential.
11/23/2024
Very impressed by all staff members, the campus grounds, administration and the curriculum. This school has it down and it shows!
8/16/2023
I regret to say that my children no longer attend Bay Vista Elementary, and I am deeply disappointed to write this negative review. Ever since Ms. Hall was hired a couple of years ago, the school has undergone significant changes, and not for the better. Previously, we had teachers who were dedicate...
3/1/2023
We have been so happy with our experience at Bay Vista! Being new to the area we weren’t sure what schools were the best. This school has exceeded our expectations and we feel so lucky to be here for our daughter’s elementary school years. The teachers, principal, counselors, and security guard seem...
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About Greater Pinellas Point
List Price Range
$182K - $2.3M
Homes For Sale
11
Average Home Value
$480,709
Median Lot Size
11,325 Sq Ft
% Renters
52%
Household Income
$79,290
% of College Grads
34.3%
Median Age
43
Average House Size
2,426 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
51.5%
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Parks in this Area
Forrest Bluff Park
- Dog Park
- Picnic Area
- Multi-Purpose Field
Bay Vista Park
- Boating
- Lake
- Picnic Area
Indian Burial Mounds
- Trails
- Hiking
Lake Vista Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Lake
- Picnic Area
Bay Vista Public Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Pinellas Point Park
- Dog Park
- Multi-Purpose Field
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