Lacoochee Elementary School

38815 Cummer Rd
Dade City, FL 33523
(School attendance zone shown in map)
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 298 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lacoochee Elementary 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 298 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 73%
  • : Bottom 50% in FL
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Lacoochee Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:

School Overview

Lacoochee Elementary School's student population of 298 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
298 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
2014
School Calendar
School Motto
Bridging Community and School to create lifelong learners.

School Rankings

Lacoochee Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lacoochee Elementary School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (FL)
#2418 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
40-44%
52%
40-44%
52%
30-34%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
41%
37%
Black
25%
21%
White
27%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.70
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lacoochee Elementary School's ranking?
Lacoochee Elementary School is ranked #2418 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Lacoochee Elementary School often compared to?
Lacoochee Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rodney B. Cox Elementary School, San Antonio Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lacoochee Elementary School?
298 students attend Lacoochee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Lacoochee Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 25% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lacoochee Elementary School?
Lacoochee Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lacoochee Elementary School offer ?
Lacoochee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lacoochee Elementary School part of?
Lacoochee Elementary School is part of Pasco School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 298 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 73%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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