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#2695 of 3,778 schools in FL
Chester W. Taylor Jr. Elementary School
Elementary School · PASCO
3638 MORRIS BRIDGE RD, Zephyrhills, FL 33543
Enrollment
705
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
705
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,695 of 3,778
In Zephyrhills
#2 of 6
public schools
In district
#56 of 97
PASCO
School environment
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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Chester W. Taylor Jr. Elementary School
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About Chester W. Taylor Jr. Elementary School
Chester W. Taylor Jr. Elementary School is a public elementary school in Zephyrhills, FL, part of PASCO.
Chester W. Taylor Jr. Elementary School serves approximately 705 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio.
Chester W. Taylor Jr. Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,695 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Chester W. Taylor Jr. Elementary School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Chester W. Taylor Jr. Elementary 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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Chester W. Taylor Jr. Elementary School — Students at Chester W. Taylor Jr. Elementary School score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.5%
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: 5.5/10.
How Chester W. Taylor Jr. Elementary School Compares
See how Chester W. Taylor Jr. Elementary 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
3638 MORRIS BRIDGE RD, Zephyrhills, FL 33543
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Chester W. Taylor Jr. Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PINECREST ACADEMY WESLEY CHAPEL (rated 8.6/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Wesley Chapel), which scores notably higher. Another option is HERITAGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Tampa), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WIREGRASS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Wesley Chapel), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Zephyrhills, see our Zephyrhills schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33543 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$107,565
Median Home Value
$365,000
Median Rent
$2,138/mo
Population
37,473
College Educated
50.8%
Homeownership
85%
Avg Commute
33.8 min
Poverty Rate
7.4%
Median Age
38.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Chester W. Taylor Jr. Elementary School
What grades does Chester W. Taylor Jr. Elementary School serve?
Chester W. Taylor Jr. Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Chester W. Taylor Jr. Elementary School?
Chester W. Taylor Jr. Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 705 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Chester W. Taylor Jr. Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Chester W. Taylor Jr. Elementary School is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Chester W. Taylor Jr. Elementary School rank in FL?
Chester W. Taylor Jr. Elementary School ranks #2,695 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Chester W. Taylor Jr. Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Chester W. Taylor Jr. Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Chester W. Taylor Jr. Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Chester W. Taylor Jr. Elementary School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Chester W. Taylor Jr. Elementary School a charter school?
No, Chester W. Taylor Jr. Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Chester W. Taylor Jr. Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Chester W. Taylor Jr. Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Chester W. Taylor Jr. Elementary School?
65.5% of students at Chester W. Taylor Jr. Elementary 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 705
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Pasco County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.1%
- Phone
- (813) 794-6900
Resources & Links
District
PASCO- District Enrollment
- 85,855
- Schools in District
- 106
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,009
- District Rank
- #56 of 97
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