Serving 502 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sand Pine Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 502 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Sand Pine Elementary School serves the southeast part of Wesley Chapel, Florida, covering an area of approximately 10.3 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 3.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sand Pine Elementary School's student population of 502 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
502 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sand Pine Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sand Pine Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#772 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Asian
11%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Hispanic
30%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Black
10%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
White
42%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sand Pine Elementary School's ranking?
Sand Pine Elementary School is ranked #772 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Sand Pine Elementary School often compared to?
Sand Pine Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Seven Oaks Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Sand Pine Elementary School?
502 students attend Sand Pine Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Sand Pine Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sand Pine Elementary School?
Sand Pine Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sand Pine Elementary School offer ?
Sand Pine Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sand Pine Elementary School part of?
Sand Pine Elementary School is part of Pasco School District.
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