Serving 1,259 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Dayspring Academy 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 71% (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 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,259 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dayspring Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Dayspring Academy's student population of 1,259 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,259 students
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The Dayspring Academy Way Character. Curriculum. Community.
School Rankings
Dayspring Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dayspring Academy is 0.52, 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
#679 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
24%
38%
Black
3%
21%
White
65%
34%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dayspring Academy's ranking?
Dayspring Academy is ranked #679 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% 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).
What is the graduation rate of Dayspring Academy?
The graduation rate of Dayspring Academy is 90%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Dayspring Academy?
1,259 students attend Dayspring Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Dayspring Academy students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dayspring Academy?
Dayspring Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dayspring Academy offer ?
Dayspring Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dayspring Academy part of?
Dayspring Academy is part of Pasco School District.
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