Below Average
#2992 of 3,778 schools in FL
New River Elementary School
Elementary School · PASCO
4710 RIVER GLEN BLVD, Wesley Chapel, FL 33545
Enrollment
808
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
808
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,992 of 3,778
In Wesley Chapel
#15 of 17
public schools
In district
#69 of 97
PASCO
School environment
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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New River Elementary School
Elementary School in Wesley Chapel · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About New River Elementary School
New River Elementary School is a public elementary school in Wesley Chapel, FL, part of PASCO. New River Elementary School serves approximately 808 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. New River Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,992 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for New River Elementary School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 6.1
- FL avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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New River Elementary School — Students at New River Elementary School score 45% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
47.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 34 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: 3.5/10.
How New River Elementary School Compares
See how New River 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
4710 RIVER GLEN BLVD, Wesley Chapel, FL 33545
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering New River Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ACADEMY AT THE FARM (rated 9.3/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Dade City), which scores notably higher. Another option is PINECREST ACADEMY WESLEY CHAPEL (rated 8.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SAND PINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 4.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wesley Chapel, see our Wesley Chapel schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33545 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$108,835
Median Home Value
$363,000
Median Rent
$2,196/mo
Population
27,536
College Educated
39.5%
Homeownership
82.3%
Avg Commute
31.9 min
Poverty Rate
8.8%
Median Age
35.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about New River Elementary School
What grades does New River Elementary School serve?
New River Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend New River Elementary School?
New River Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 808 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at New River Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at New River Elementary School is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does New River Elementary School rank in FL?
New River Elementary School ranks #2,992 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is New River Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
New River Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 New River Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, New River Elementary School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is New River Elementary School a charter school?
No, New River Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is New River Elementary School a Title I school?
No, New River Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for New River Elementary School?
47.8% of students at New River 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
- 808
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 52
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 47.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Pasco County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.2%
- Phone
- (813) 346-0500
Resources & Links
District
PASCO- District Enrollment
- 85,855
- Schools in District
- 106
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,009
- District Rank
- #69 of 97
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