East Lake Middle School Academy of Engineering

School District of Pinellas

Tarpon Springs, Florida

394 students

Middle School, Grades 6–8

(727)942-5419 School Website

394

Students

18.8:1

S:T Ratio

School Snapshot

Key metrics at a glance

Student-Teacher Ratio

19:1

B-

students per teacher

Average

Graduation Rate

88%

Excellent

This Week at East Lake Middle School Academy of Engineering – March 20, 2026

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Explore 12 courses in the 2025-26 catalog for East Lake Middle School Academy of Engineering

Algebra 1

6-8

Algebra 1 EOC course with F.A.S.T. Math assessments, utilizing IXL diagnostics and small group instruction. Includes preparation for End of Course exam.

Geometry

7-8

Geometry EOC course with F.A.S.T. Math assessments. Includes preparation for End of Course exam.

ELA and Reading

6-8

F.A.S.T. ELA assessments, writing instruction, critical reading strategies, and intentional vocabulary development.

6th Grade Science

Science curriculum including Nature of Science standards and inquiry-based learning.

7th Grade Science

Science curriculum including Nature of Science standards and inquiry-based learning.

8th Grade Science

Preparation for Statewide Science Assessment (SSA) with Nature of Science standards and inquiry-based learning.

Civics

Civics course with EOC assessment, focusing on literacy through content novels and complex texts.

6th Grade Social Studies

Social Studies curriculum focusing on literacy through content novels and complex texts.

8th Grade Social Studies

Social Studies curriculum focusing on literacy through content novels and complex texts.

Introduction to Engineering Design (IED)

6-8

Career and Technical Education course focusing on Engineering Design Process, problem-solving skills, and preparation for high school engineering programs. Students explore electricity, behavior and parts of atoms, and sensing devices through hands-on projects. Includes Design Process Certification Test and the Automaton capstone project.

AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination)

6-8

Schoolwide program utilizing collaborative study groups, focused note-taking, and critical reading strategies to prepare students for college and career readiness.