Serving 639 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pasco 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 28% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than 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 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 639 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pasco Elementary School serves the eastern part of its school district in Dade City, FL, covering an area of approximately 30 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 2.1 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pasco Elementary School's student population of 639 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
639 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pasco 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 Pasco Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#3393 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Hispanic
52%
38%
Black
15%
21%
White
27%
34%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Pirates
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pasco Elementary School's ranking?
Pasco Elementary School is ranked #3393 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Pasco Elementary School often compared to?
Pasco Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Centennial Elementary School, San Antonio Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Pasco Elementary School?
639 students attend Pasco Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Pasco Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pasco Elementary School?
Pasco Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pasco Elementary School offer ?
Pasco Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pasco Elementary School part of?
Pasco Elementary School is part of Pasco School District.
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