Serving 1,582 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Explorer K-8 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 40% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,582 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Explorer K-8's student population of 1,582 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 105 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
1,582 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
105 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Explorer K-8 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 Explorer K-8 is 0.65, 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
#2320 out of 3655 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
33%
36%
Black
11%
21%
White
48%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Explorer K-8's ranking?
Explorer K-8 is ranked #2320 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Explorer K-8?
1,582 students attend Explorer K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Explorer K-8 students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 6% 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 Explorer K-8?
Explorer K-8 has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Explorer K-8 offer ?
Explorer K-8 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Explorer K-8 part of?
Explorer K-8 is part of Hernando School District.
School Reviews
5 2/8/2021
I went to Explorer from kindergarten to eighth grade I quite enjoyed the school. It had its ups and downs, just like everything in life does. That school is a family, and I was happy to be a part of that family. Of course, time caught up, and I graduated as a bobcat and moved on to a shark at Nature Coast Technical High School. I one hundred percent recommend enrolling at Explorer. The school is really great for academics my skills have improved so much as well as I started learning everything I know at this school. Overall, a great school a great environment and a great place to grow up.
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