PASCO

Pasco is a large suburban school district in Pasco County, Florida, serving 84,049 students across 105 schools. The district experienced 3.6% enrollment growth from the prior year, indicating continued expansion. With a student-teacher ratio of 17.5:1 and 4,792 teachers, staffing levels align with typical district proportions.

Academic performance shows mixed results relative to state benchmarks. Math proficiency stands at 54.0%, slightly below the state average of 55.3%, while reading proficiency of 53.0% exceeds the state average of 52.6%. The district's 91.0% graduation rate significantly surpasses the state average of 86.0%, representing a notable strength. The student population is economically diverse, with 50.2% economically disadvantaged students, 7.1% English learners, and 16.0% students with disabilities.

Demographically, the district reflects substantial diversity: 52.0% White, 27.7% Hispanic, 8.4% Black, and 4.9% Asian students. Financial resources present constraints, with per-pupil spending of $11,468 falling approximately $1,000 below the state average of $12,465. The district's $888.3M total budget relies on 51.0% state funding, 36.7% local revenue, and 12.3% federal support. This revenue composition indicates moderate reliance on state resources while maintaining meaningful local contribution to operations.