Summary:
Homosassa, Florida, is home to two public elementary schools, Rock Crusher Elementary School and Homosassa Elementary School, both serving grades PK-5 within the Citrus school district, which is ranked 53rd out of 70 districts in Florida.
Rock Crusher Elementary stands out as the higher-performing school overall. It holds a stronger state ranking (1,064 out of 2,240, or the 52nd percentile) compared to Homosassa Elementary (1,318 out of 2,240, or the 41st percentile), and its ranking has been improving over the past three years. Rock Crusher also achieves superior test scores in most subjects, with a notable 78% proficiency in 4th Grade Math versus Homosassa's 54%. Additionally, Rock Crusher has a lower chronic absenteeism rate (29.6% vs. 39.6%), which is a strong indicator of student engagement. Interestingly, Rock Crusher achieves these results while spending less per student ($10,479 vs. $12,287), suggesting greater efficiency in resource use.
Despite Rock Crusher's overall lead, Homosassa Elementary has a standout strength in 5th Grade Science, where 78% of its students are proficient—far exceeding Rock Crusher's 51% and the state average of 60%. This could indicate a specialized science program or an exceptional teacher. However, Homosassa faces challenges with higher chronic absenteeism and a declining state ranking trend. A notable data anomaly is that both schools report 100% proficiency in 6th Grade Math, which is likely a reporting error since they only serve grades PK-5. For parents, Rock Crusher offers a more consistent, high-performing environment, while Homosassa provides a unique science advantage worth investigating.
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