Magnets and charter schools in St. Pete include the nation’s #1 STEM school, Jamerson Elementary, and the best performing school in the county, Perkins Elementary — a magnet school for international studies and the performing arts. A full-time Gifted program serves students K-12, as do International Baccalaureate schools from elementary through high school. You will also find numerous excellent Fundamental programs across the K-12 grade spectrum. St. Petersburg is also home to a number of A-rated neighborhood schools.

Throughout the city you will find a number of excellent independent day schools, including preparatory, non-sectarian, denominational, for- and non-profit options. There are a variety of focuses offered, from experiential learning, STEAM and technology programs, Montessori and world school programs. A number of independent schools offer very strong sports, drama and music programs. You can also find Spanish bilingual options or schools where languages including Mandarin are a high priority.

St. Pete is home to numerous secular and non-secular homeschooling cooperatives. This highly engaged community takes advantage of St. Pete’s strong cultural scene and vibrant tech amenities to provide homeschooled students a well-rounded education. Alternative Learning Programs Pinellas County Schools offers an “Educational Alternative” program as an alternative to traditional schooling for students in grades three through twelve. Many families take advantage of this flexible program. Preschools A wide selection of preschools beginning in PK3 and VPK are available — from faith-based programs, to Magnet affiliated preschools, and independent non-denominational programs. Play-based, experiential, bilingual, traditional and Montessori programs are offered within close proximity to central St. Pete.