Deerwood Academy serves 197 students in grades 5-8.
Minority enrollment was 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
197 students
Total Classroom Teachers (02-03)
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
37%
Black
n/a
21%
White
94%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
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
How many students attend Deerwood Academy?
197 students attend Deerwood Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Deerwood Academy students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Deerwood Academy offer ?
Deerwood Academy offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Deerwood Academy part of?
Deerwood Academy is part of Pasco School District.
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