Serving 706 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Veterans Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% 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: 706 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Veterans Elementary School's student population of 706 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
706 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Veterans Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Veterans Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#1396 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
26%
37%
Black
9%
21%
White
54%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
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 Veterans Elementary School's ranking?
Veterans Elementary School is ranked #1396 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Veterans Elementary School often compared to?
Veterans Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Seven Oaks Elementary School, Wesley Chapel Elementary School, Quail Hollow Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Veterans Elementary School?
706 students attend Veterans Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Veterans Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Veterans Elementary School?
Veterans Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Veterans Elementary School offer ?
Veterans Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Veterans Elementary School part of?
Veterans Elementary School is part of Pasco School District.
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