Serving 939 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, New River 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 34% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (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 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 939 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: New River Elementary School serves the southeastern part of Wesley Chapel, FL, covering an area of approximately 12.6 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.4 miles to the school from the zone's edge, which extends up to 5.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
New River Elementary School's student population of 939 students has grown by 47% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
939 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Reptiles!
School Rankings
New River 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 New River Elementary School is 0.74, which is more 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
#2512 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
35%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
18%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
31%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New River Elementary School's ranking?
New River Elementary School is ranked #2512 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are New River Elementary School often compared to?
New River Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wesley Chapel Elementary School, Woodland Elementary School, West Zephyrhills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend New River Elementary School?
939 students attend New River Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of New River Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 18% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New River Elementary School?
New River Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does New River Elementary School offer ?
New River Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is New River Elementary School part of?
New River Elementary School is part of Pasco School District.
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