Calusa Elementary School

7520 Orchid Lake Rd
New Port Richey, FL 34653
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2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 417 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Calusa 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 26% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower 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 53% 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: 417 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 53%
  • : Bottom 50% in FL
  • : 26% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Calusa Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:

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School Overview

Calusa Elementary School's student population of 417 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
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Total Students
417 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
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School Rankings

Calusa 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 Calusa Elementary School is 0.64, 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.
This School
State Level (FL)
#3231 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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26%
52%
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35%
52%
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35-39%
52%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
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Asian
1%
3%
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Hispanic
36%
38%
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Black
9%
21%
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White
47%
34%
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Two or more races
7%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.64
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(22-23)
44.6%
33.8%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
42%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Calusa Elementary School's ranking?
Calusa Elementary School is ranked #3231 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Calusa Elementary School often compared to?
Calusa Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cotee River Elementary School, Anclote Elementary School, Cypress Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Calusa Elementary School?
417 students attend Calusa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Calusa Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Calusa Elementary School?
Calusa Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Calusa Elementary School offer ?
Calusa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Calusa Elementary School part of?
Calusa Elementary School is part of Pasco School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 417 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 53%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 26% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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