Serving 701 students in grades 6-8, Chasco Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 701 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chasco Middle School's student population of 701 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
701 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chasco Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chasco Middle School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2948 out of 3655 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
33%
36%
Black
10%
21%
White
47%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chasco Middle School's ranking?
Chasco Middle School is ranked #2948 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Chasco Middle School often compared to?
Chasco Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like River Ridge Middle School, Charles S. Rushe Middle School, Dayspring Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Chasco Middle School?
701 students attend Chasco Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Chasco Middle School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chasco Middle School?
Chasco Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Chasco Middle School offer ?
Chasco Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Chasco Middle School part of?
Chasco Middle School is part of Pasco School District.
School Calendar
View the Chasco Middle School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Students' Last Day
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
Students' First Day
August 12, 2024 (Monday)
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
No School - Spring Break
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Students' Last Day
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
School Reviews
5 3/21/2020
Chasco is an amazing school you learn a lot of new things the teacher are helpful and good at their job. I've only been in chasco for 2 years but so far I love it!
5 2/28/2012
i loved Chasco people are so friendly there i wish i could still talk to Mr.Dosmann and Mr.Downer i wish i remember my history teacher's name ive been moving my hole life and chasco middle school and all the students and teachers there will never beat any other school too bad im 18 i wish i could come back. and the coolest buildings haha so easy to get to the next class very time conserving during passing time.
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