Serving 155 students in grades 6-12, West Pasco Education Academy 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 <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 155 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Pasco Education Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
West Pasco Education Academy's student population of 155 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 53% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
155 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
West Pasco Education Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Pasco Education Academy 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
#2866 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
19%
37%
Black
19%
21%
White
53%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
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 West Pasco Education Academy's ranking?
West Pasco Education Academy is ranked #2866 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are West Pasco Education Academy often compared to?
West Pasco Education Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Gulf High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Pasco Education Academy?
The graduation rate of West Pasco Education Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend West Pasco Education Academy?
155 students attend West Pasco Education Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of West Pasco Education Academy students are White, 19% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Pasco Education Academy?
West Pasco Education Academy has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Pasco Education Academy offer ?
West Pasco Education Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Pasco Education Academy part of?
West Pasco Education Academy is part of Pasco School District.
School Reviews
5 12/11/2012
This school has helped me so much with behavior, academics, and just being social in general. Before I came to Schwetteman I was on O.S.S. more the I was attending school. This school has turned me around. I have great attendance and acceptable grades. The one on one time with the teachers is a great help to me. Thank you Harry Schwetteman Education Center.
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