Serving 2,040 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Starkey Ranch K-8 ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 2,040 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Starkey Ranch K-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Starkey Ranch K-8's student population of 2,040 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 113 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
2,040 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
113 teachers
School Rankings
Starkey Ranch K-8 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 Starkey Ranch K-8 is 0.53, 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
#400 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
17%
37%
Black
3%
21%
White
66%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
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 Starkey Ranch K-8's ranking?
Starkey Ranch K-8 is ranked #400 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Starkey Ranch K-8 often compared to?
Starkey Ranch K-8is often viewed alongside schools like Odessa Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Starkey Ranch K-8?
2,040 students attend Starkey Ranch K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Starkey Ranch K-8 students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Starkey Ranch K-8?
Starkey Ranch K-8 has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Starkey Ranch K-8 offer ?
Starkey Ranch K-8 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Starkey Ranch K-8 part of?
Starkey Ranch K-8 is part of Pasco School District.
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