Cypress Creek High School

Cypress Creek High School in Wesley Chapel, FL, is a large public high school serving 2,006 students in grades 9-12 within the Pasco County School District, and it stands out for its exceptionally high graduation rate of 98.9%—well above the district and state averages—though it faces challenges in math proficiency and rising chronic absenteeism.

One of the school's strongest assets is its consistent performance in English Language Arts (ELA), where 67% of 10th graders and 68% of 9th graders are proficient, surpassing both district and state averages and outperforming nearby schools like Wharton High School and Pasco High School. Cypress Creek also excels in Biology 1 (75% proficient) and US History (67% proficient). However, its math scores are a notable weakness: only 52% of students are proficient in Algebra 1 and 51% in Geometry, lagging behind both the district and state averages, as well as top-performing peers like Wiregrass Ranch High School (62% and 65%) and Kirkland Ranch Academy of Innovation (53% and 66%). This math dip is a recent trend, suggesting a potential curriculum or instructional challenge that has emerged in the last two years.

Despite its strong graduation rate, Cypress Creek's chronic absenteeism rate has climbed sharply to 32.5% in 2023-2024, higher than the state average and significantly above high-performing neighbors like Kirkland Ranch (21.3%) and Land O' Lakes High School (26.4%). This disconnect between high graduation rates and rising absenteeism is a red flag that may explain the recent dip in math scores. The school operates with a notably lower budget of $7,852 per student—less than many peers—suggesting efficient operations or strong community support. While Cypress Creek is a solid 3-star school in a high-performing corridor, families seeking the absolute top academic performance may find higher-ranked options nearby, but the school offers a strong value proposition with its excellent graduation rate and ELA performance.