CALUSA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

CALUSA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the PASCO school district, located in NEW PORT RICHEY, FL with about 480 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 33 teachers, CALUSA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

CALUSA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public elementary school located in New Port Richey, Florida, serving students as part of the Pasco County School District. Situated on Orchid Lake Road, the school operates within the broader mission of the district to provide a supportive and effective learning environment for children in the local community. The school focuses on foundational academic instruction while fostering a culture of student growth, community engagement, and character development tailored to elementary-aged learners.

As a part of the Pasco County school system, Calusa Elementary emphasizes the integration of state curriculum standards and utilizes the district’s comprehensive resources to support student success. Families and community members can access ongoing updates regarding school events, academic calendars, and administrative policies through the official district website. The school strives to bridge the gap between home and classroom, ensuring that students receive the tools necessary to progress toward middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact CALUSA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (727) 774-3700 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

7520 ORCHID LAKE RD
NEW PORT RICHEY, FL 34653-1225
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CALUSA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in NEW PORT RICHEY, FL with about 480 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Florida

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
PASCO
Total Students:
480
Teachers:
33
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 480 students

White
58.3%
Hispanic/Latino
22.7%
Two or more races
8.8%
Black or African American
7.9%
Asian
2.1%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%

Female
52.3%
Male
47.7%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.