Pasco

The Pasco school district in Florida encompasses 103 schools, including 59 elementary schools, 16 middle schools, 23 high schools, and 5 alternative schools. The district serves a diverse student population across a range of socioeconomic backgrounds, with some schools having high percentages of economically disadvantaged students.

While the Pasco school district as a whole is underperforming, with the majority of schools receiving a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger, there are several standout schools that are excelling. Starkey Ranch K-8, a public magnet school, consistently ranks among the top elementary/middle schools in the state, with exceptional test scores and a 4-star rating. Other high-performing schools include Angeline Academy Of Innovation, Wendell Krinn Technical High School, Kirkland Ranch Academy Of Innovation, and Athenian Academy Of Technology And The Arts, all of which have earned 4- or 5-star ratings and impressive proficiency rates across various subject areas.

The Pasco school district faces challenges, such as low graduation rates, high chronic absenteeism, and disparities in student performance and funding across schools. However, the presence of these standout schools demonstrates that high-quality education is possible within the district, and their success could serve as a model for improving the overall performance of Pasco schools.