Summary:
The 10 schools in zip code 34638 (Land O' Lakes, FL) serve grades PK-12 within the Pasco County School District, creating a highly desirable "pocket of excellence" within a district that overall holds a 2-star rating.
The standout academic performer is Angeline Academy Of Innovation, a magnet school serving grades 6-12 that ranks in the 92nd percentile statewide with a 5-star rating and exceptional test scores, including 97% proficiency in US History. Among elementary schools, Sanders Memorial Elementary School is a rising star with a 5-star rating and 91% of 3rd graders proficient in math. For traditional high schools, both Sunlake High School (4-star, 79th percentile) and Land O' Lakes High School (4-star, 76th percentile) are strong options with graduation rates exceeding 97%, well above the state average. The area's virtual schools, Pasco Eschool-Virtual Franchise and Pasco Virtual Instruction Program (District Provided), offer flexibility but show mixed academic results, with test scores often lagging behind brick-and-mortar schools despite near-perfect attendance rates.
A key finding is the "7th Grade Math Slump," where proficiency scores drop significantly at Charles S. Rushe Middle School (only 27% proficient) and other schools, suggesting a systemic curriculum challenge. The area is relatively affluent, with an average free/reduced lunch rate of just 15.1%, and chronic absenteeism averages 14.6%—far better than the state's 31.4%. Overall, families in 34638 have access to multiple high-performing schools, with Bexley Elementary School and Oakstead Elementary School also providing solid elementary options, making this zip code a standout for educational quality within Pasco County.
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