For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 7,119 students in 34654, FL (there are 2 private schools, serving 151 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 34654, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public schools in 34654, FL are Dayspring Academy, Learning Lodge Academy and River Ridge Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 34654 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 34654, FL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34654, FL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dayspring Academy
Charter School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9732 Little Rd
New Port Richey, FL 34654
(727) 862-8600
New Port Richey, FL 34654
(727) 862-8600
Gr: K-12 | 1,259 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Learning Lodge Academy
Charter School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
10534 Little Rd
New Port Richey, FL 34654
(727) 868-0067
New Port Richey, FL 34654
(727) 868-0067
Gr: K-8 | 308 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #33.
River Ridge Middle School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
11646 Town Center Rd
New Port Richey, FL 34654
(727) 774-7200
New Port Richey, FL 34654
(727) 774-7200
Gr: 6-8 | 1,026 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #44.
River Ridge High School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
11646 Town Center Rd
New Port Richey, FL 34654
(727) 774-7200
New Port Richey, FL 34654
(727) 774-7200
Gr: 9-12 | 1,798 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #55.
Moon Lake Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
12019 Tree Breeze Dr
New Port Richey, FL 34654
(727) 774-4600
New Port Richey, FL 34654
(727) 774-4600
Gr: PK-5 | 567 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #66.
Schrader Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
11041 Little Rd
New Port Richey, FL 34654
(727) 774-5900
New Port Richey, FL 34654
(727) 774-5900
Gr: PK-5 | 572 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #77.
Cypress Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
10055 Sweet Bay Ct
New Port Richey, FL 34654
(727) 774-4500
New Port Richey, FL 34654
(727) 774-4500
Gr: PK-5 | 554 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #88.
Bayonet Point Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
11125 Little Rd
New Port Richey, FL 34654
(727) 774-7400
New Port Richey, FL 34654
(727) 774-7400
Gr: 6-8 | 668 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #99.
Pace Center For Girls
Alternative School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7619 Little Road
New Port Richey, FL 34654
(727) 849-1901
New Port Richey, FL 34654
(727) 849-1901
Gr: 6-12 | 55 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: n/an/a
Dayspring Angeline
Charter School
9732 Little Road
New Port Richey, FL 34654
(727) 857-6922
New Port Richey, FL 34654
(727) 857-6922
Gr: K-5 | 312 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 34654, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 34654, FL include Dayspring Academy, Learning Lodge Academy and River Ridge Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 34654?
10 public schools are located in 34654.
What percentage of students in 34654 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 34654 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 34654?
34654 public schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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