Summary:
In zip code 33545, there is one middle school, Thomas E. Weightman Middle School, serving grades 6 through 8 in Wesley Chapel, Florida, as part of the Pasco school district.
Thomas E. Weightman Middle School is a large school with 1,270 students and a student-teacher ratio of 20.9:1. The school stands out for its exceptional performance in advanced coursework, with 85% proficiency in Algebra 1, 94% in Geometry, and 85% in Civics End-of-Course (EOC) exams—all significantly above state averages. It also has a low chronic absenteeism rate of 18.3%, compared to the district average of 29.2% and state average of 31.4%. However, the school shows a stark contrast in standard math performance: while advanced math scores are stellar, only 21% of 7th graders were proficient in standard math in 2025-2026, far below the state average of 53%. This suggests the school excels at accelerating top students but may need to focus more on supporting students in the standard math curriculum.
Key metrics include a state ranking of 631st out of 1,216 schools (48th percentile, 2 stars) for 2025-2026, down from the 51st percentile the previous year. Spending per student is $8,378, and 27.48% of students qualify for free/reduced lunch, indicating a relatively advantaged student body. English Language Arts (ELA) scores are stable and at or above district and state averages across all grades, while science proficiency (54%) is on par with the state. The school’s declining overall ranking despite strong EOC scores suggests the state’s ranking formula may weigh standard math scores more heavily. Overall, Thomas E. Weightman Middle School offers strong advanced academics and a positive attendance culture, but families should be aware of the significant challenges in standard math instruction, particularly in 7th grade.
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