Serving 724 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wesley Chapel 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 66% (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 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% 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: 724 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Wesley Chapel Elementary School serves the southeast part of Wesley Chapel, FL, covering an attendance area of approximately 10.2 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edges of the zone being about 4.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wesley Chapel Elementary School's student population of 724 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
724 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
Campus Size
10 acres
School Motto
Every Student, Every Day
School Rankings
Wesley Chapel 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 Wesley Chapel Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#815 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
28%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
46%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.9%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wesley Chapel Elementary School's ranking?
Wesley Chapel Elementary School is ranked #815 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Wesley Chapel Elementary School often compared to?
Wesley Chapel Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Watergrass Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% 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 Wesley Chapel Elementary School?
724 students attend Wesley Chapel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Wesley Chapel Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wesley Chapel Elementary School?
Wesley Chapel Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wesley Chapel Elementary School offer ?
Wesley Chapel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wesley Chapel Elementary School part of?
Wesley Chapel Elementary School is part of Pasco School District.
In what neighborhood is Wesley Chapel Elementary School located?
Wesley Chapel Elementary School is located in the Wesley Chapel South neighborhood of Wesley Chapel, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in Wesley Chapel South.
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