Serving 717 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Watergrass Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 717 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Watergrass Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Watergrass Elementary School's student population of 717 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
717 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Watergrass Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Watergrass Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#1212 out of 3655 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
29%
36%
Black
13%
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
38%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
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 Watergrass Elementary School's ranking?
Watergrass Elementary School is ranked #1212 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Watergrass Elementary School often compared to?
Watergrass Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wesley Chapel Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Watergrass Elementary School?
717 students attend Watergrass Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Watergrass Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Watergrass Elementary School?
Watergrass Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Watergrass Elementary School offer ?
Watergrass Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Watergrass Elementary School part of?
Watergrass Elementary School is part of Pasco School District.
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