Serving 654 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Chester W. Taylor Jr. Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 654 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chester W. Taylor Jr. Elementary School's student population of 654 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
654 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chester W. Taylor Jr. Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chester W. Taylor Jr. Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2727 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
25%
37%
Black
5%
21%
White
64%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chester W. Taylor Jr. Elementary School's ranking?
Chester W. Taylor Jr. Elementary School is ranked #2727 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Chester W. Taylor Jr. Elementary School often compared to?
Chester W. Taylor Jr. Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Centennial Elementary School, Woodland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Chester W. Taylor Jr. Elementary School?
654 students attend Chester W. Taylor Jr. Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Chester W. Taylor Jr. Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chester W. Taylor Jr. Elementary School?
Chester W. Taylor Jr. Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Chester W. Taylor Jr. Elementary School offer ?
Chester W. Taylor Jr. Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Chester W. Taylor Jr. Elementary School part of?
Chester W. Taylor Jr. Elementary School is part of Pasco School District.
School Reviews
5 8/13/2019
My grandson was a student at Chester Taylor last year. Overall, I really liked the school and the staff...HOWEVER, one teacher was beyond exceptional. Veronica Brocato. She is the most involved, compassionate and amazing teacher I have ever known! My grandson went from literally HATING school, to tearing up on his last day in Mrs. Brocato''s class. Kudos, Mrs. Brocato!! Well done!
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