Serving 939 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Watergrass 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 52% (which is equal to 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 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 939 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Watergrass Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Watergrass Elementary School's student population of 939 students has grown by 52% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
939 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Watergrass 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 Watergrass Elementary School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1497 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
28%
37%
Black
14%
21%
White
44%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Watergrass Elementary School's ranking?
Watergrass Elementary School is ranked #1497 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Watergrass Elementary School often compared to?
Watergrass Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wesley Chapel Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% 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 Watergrass Elementary School?
939 students attend Watergrass Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Watergrass Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Watergrass Elementary School?
Watergrass Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Watergrass Elementary School offer ?
Watergrass Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Watergrass Elementary School part of?
Watergrass Elementary School is part of Pasco School District.
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