Below Average
#3120 of 3,778 schools in FL
Chasco Middle School
Middle School · PASCO
7702 RIDGE RD, Port Richey, FL 34668
Enrollment
632
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
4.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
632
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
4.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,120 of 3,778
In Port Richey
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#74 of 97
PASCO
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Chasco Middle School
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About Chasco Middle School
Chasco Middle School is a public middle school in Port Richey, FL, part of PASCO. Chasco Middle School serves approximately 632 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Chasco Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,120 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Chasco Middle School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 5.3
- FL avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
58% of students at Chasco Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Chasco Middle School — Students at Chasco Middle School score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 33 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.4/10.
How Chasco Middle School Compares
See how Chasco Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
7702 RIDGE RD, Port Richey, FL 34668
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Chasco Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. BAYONET POINT MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 3.7/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby New Port Richey), with a comparable rating. Additionally, GULF MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 3.6/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby New Port Richey), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Port Richey, see our Port Richey schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CHASCO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Richey | 0.1 mi | 4.0 |
| CALUSA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Port Richey | 0.5 mi | 3.8 |
| WENDELL KRINN TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL New Port Richey | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| MARCHMAN TECHNICAL COLLEGE New Port Richey | 0.7 mi | — |
| BAYCARE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH New Port Richey | 0.6 mi | — |
| PEPIN ACADEMIES OF PASCO COUNTY New Port Richey | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS New Port Richey | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| BISHOP LARKIN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Port Richey | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| DAYSPRING ACADEMY New Port Richey | 1.4 mi | 8.4 |
| FOX HOLLOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Richey | 1.8 mi | 2.9 |
| DAYSPRING JAZZ Port Richey | 2.2 mi | 8.1 |
| MILLENNIUM ACADEMY New Port Richey | 2.2 mi | 7.6 |
| FELLOWSHIP BAPTIST ACADEMY New Port Richey | 2.3 mi | 7.0 |
| COTEE RIVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Port Richey | 2.6 mi | 4.8 |
| LEARNING LODGE ACADEMY New Port Richey | 2.5 mi | 6.5 |
| RICHEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Port Richey | 2.5 mi | 2.9 |
| CYPRESS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Port Richey | 2.4 mi | 3.2 |
| GULF MIDDLE SCHOOL New Port Richey | 2.9 mi | 3.6 |
| SCHRADER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Port Richey | 2.9 mi | 4.9 |
| BAYONET POINT MIDDLE SCHOOL New Port Richey | 3.0 mi | 3.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 34668 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$45,760
Median Home Value
$168,800
Median Rent
$1,278/mo
Population
48,025
College Educated
12.7%
Homeownership
63.5%
Avg Commute
28.4 min
Poverty Rate
17.7%
Median Age
42.2
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| CARVER MIDDLE SCHOOL Leesburg, FL | 4.6 |
| DOWDELL MIDDLE MAGNET SCHOOL Tampa, FL | 4.6 |
| HOMESTEAD MIDDLE SCHOOL Homestead, FL | 4.6 |
| MARTIN LUTHER KING MIDDLE SCHOOL Milton, FL | 4.6 |
| MATTHEW W. GILBERT MIDDLE SCHOOL Jacksonville, FL | 4.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Chasco Middle School
What grades does Chasco Middle School serve?
Chasco Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Chasco Middle School?
Chasco Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 632 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Chasco Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Chasco Middle School is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Chasco Middle School rank in FL?
Chasco Middle School ranks #3,120 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Chasco Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Chasco Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Chasco Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Chasco Middle School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Chasco Middle School a charter school?
No, Chasco Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Chasco Middle School a Title I school?
No, Chasco Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Chasco Middle School?
74.7% of students at Chasco Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 632
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Pasco County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 58.1%
- Phone
- (727) 774-1300
Resources & Links
District
PASCO- District Enrollment
- 85,855
- Schools in District
- 106
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,009
- District Rank
- #74 of 97
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