Serving 522 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sand Pine Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% 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: 522 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sand Pine Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Sand Pine Elementary School's student population of 522 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
522 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sand Pine Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sand Pine Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#682 out of 3704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
3%
Hispanic
30%
37%
Black
7%
21%
White
45%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sand Pine Elementary School's ranking?
Sand Pine Elementary School is ranked #682 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Sand Pine Elementary School often compared to?
Sand Pine Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Seven Oaks Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Sand Pine Elementary School?
522 students attend Sand Pine Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Sand Pine Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sand Pine Elementary School?
Sand Pine Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sand Pine Elementary School offer ?
Sand Pine Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Sand Pine Elementary School part of?
Sand Pine Elementary School is part of Pasco School District.
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