MOON LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
MOON LAKE 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 566 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 45 teachers, MOON LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.
MOON LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located in New Port Richey, Florida, is a public school serving students within the District School Board of Pasco County. Situated in a suburban area, the school focuses on providing foundational education to its elementary-age population, emphasizing core academic standards, literacy, and social-emotional development. As part of the Pasco County school system, it follows the district’s broader curriculum goals, which prioritize student achievement, teacher collaboration, and the integration of technology in the classroom.
The school serves as a central hub for its local community, fostering an environment aimed at preparing students for middle school transitions through inclusive instruction and diverse extracurricular offerings. Like other schools in the district, Moon Lake Elementary emphasizes a safe and supportive learning atmosphere, encouraging family engagement and community involvement to enhance the overall educational experience. For families interested in specific programs, current faculty directories, or updated school policies, the district's official website provides comprehensive resources and contact information.
For more information, contact MOON LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (727) 774-4600 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
NEW PORT RICHEY, FL 34654-1832
(727) 774-4600
http://WWW.PASCO.K12.FL.US
MOON LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in NEW PORT RICHEY, FL with about 566 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Florida
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- PASCO
- Total Students:
- 566
- Teachers:
- 45
- 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
* 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.
School Demographics for 566 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending MOON LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 76% of the student body.
- White
- 76.1%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 11.7%
- Two or more races
- 5.8%
- Black or African American
- 4.9%
- Asian
- 0.9%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.5%
- Female
- 46.6%
- Male
- 53.4%
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.