Serving 625 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West Zephyrhills Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower 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 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 625 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Zephyrhills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
West Zephyrhills Elementary School's student population of 625 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
625 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Motto
Believe, Achieve, Persevere
School Rankings
West Zephyrhills Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Zephyrhills Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#3219 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
31%
38%
Black
14%
21%
White
45%
34%
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
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 West Zephyrhills Elementary School's ranking?
West Zephyrhills Elementary School is ranked #3219 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are West Zephyrhills Elementary School often compared to?
West Zephyrhills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend West Zephyrhills Elementary School?
625 students attend West Zephyrhills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of West Zephyrhills Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Zephyrhills Elementary School?
West Zephyrhills Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Zephyrhills Elementary School offer ?
West Zephyrhills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Zephyrhills Elementary School part of?
West Zephyrhills Elementary School is part of Pasco School District.
In what neighborhood is West Zephyrhills Elementary School located?
West Zephyrhills Elementary School is located in the Zephyrhills Colony Company neighborhood of Zephyrhills, FL.
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