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Pine Grove Elementary School

Elementary School · HERNANDO

14411 KEN AUSTIN PKWY, Brooksville, FL 34613

Enrollment

1,032

Student-Teacher

15.2:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#2,514 of 3,778

In Brooksville

#9 of 14

public schools

In district

#21 of 27

HERNANDO

School environment

7.0 / 10

Very Good

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Pine Grove Elementary School

5.4/10

Elementary School in Brooksville · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Pine Grove Elementary School

Pine Grove Elementary School is a public elementary school in Brooksville, FL, part of HERNANDO. Pine Grove Elementary School serves approximately 1,032 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Pine Grove Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,514 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for Pine Grove Elementary School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.4
  • FL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

Pine Grove Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

35% of students at Pine Grove 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.4Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.3 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45.3% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency45.7% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg-15.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-9.5 pts
Overall Proficiency46% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected-0.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile43th
Resources & Environment7.0Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,856
Chronic Absenteeism35.1%

Pine Grove Elementary School — Students at Pine Grove Elementary School score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

62.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 57.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
58.1% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 53.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.2% (2024 FAST)

Based on 33 test records from FL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
78%
2011
Math
55%
ELA
58%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
53%
2013
ELA
55%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
53%
2015
Math
65%
ELA
51%
2016
Math
63%
ELA
51%
2017
Math
61%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
55%
ELA
48%
2019
Math
55%
ELA
48%
2020*
Math
60%
ELA
45%
2021*
Math
60%
ELA
45%
2022
Math
54.1%
ELA
51.8%
2024
Math
45.3%
ELA
45.7%

* 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: 4.4/10.

How Pine Grove Elementary School Compares

See how Pine Grove Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.4/10
34th percentile in FL
Academic
6.0/10
Average
Growth
4.4/10
Below Average
Environment
7.0/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
63%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
68 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
35.1%

Location

14411 KEN AUSTIN PKWY, Brooksville, FL 34613

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pine Grove Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CHOCACHATTI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 5.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CHALLENGER K-8 SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AND MATH (rated 8.4/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Spring Hill), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LIFE PRIMARY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Spring Hill), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooksville, see our Brooksville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.8 mi
School Distance Rating
WEST HERNANDO MIDDLE SCHOOL Brooksville 0.2 mi 6.3
CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Brooksville 0.6 mi 5.0
ENDEAVOR ACADEMY Brooksville 0.7 mi 5.4
FOR EACH 1 REACH 1 MENTORING PROGRAM INC. Brooksville 2.0 mi
SPRING HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Spring Hill 4.1 mi 6.2
CHALLENGER K-8 SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AND MATH Spring Hill 4.9 mi 8.4
CHRISTIAN LIFE ACADEMY Brooksville 4.5 mi 6.2
WEEKI WACHEE HIGH SCHOOL Weeki Wachee 4.6 mi 5.5
POWELL MIDDLE SCHOOL Brooksville 5.2 mi 5.7
WINDING WATERS K-8 Weeki Wachee 4.7 mi 4.9
D. S. PARROTT MIDDLE SCHOOL Brooksville 4.7 mi 5.3
CHOCACHATTI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brooksville 5.3 mi 8.6
NATURE COAST TECHNICAL HIGH Brooksville 5.5 mi 6.4
WIDER HORIZONS SCHOOL Spring Hill 5.8 mi 6.2
HERNANDO COUNTY JAIL Brooksville 6.0 mi
JOHN D. FLOYD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Spring Hill 6.1 mi 5.7
PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS Spring Hill 6.1 mi
QUEEN OF ALL SAINTS ACADEMY Brooksville 5.5 mi 7.3
GOLDEN BRANCH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Spring Hill 5.9 mi 6.6
LIFE PRIMARY SCHOOL Spring Hill 5.8 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 34613 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$56,175

Median Home Value

$181,800

Median Rent

$1,108/mo

Population

18,280

College Educated

21.2%

Homeownership

89.8%

Avg Commute

24.9 min

Poverty Rate

10.2%

Median Age

61.1

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
CLAY CHARTER ACADEMY Middleburg, FL 5.4
DEER POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Panama City, FL 5.4
EPIPHANY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Miami, FL 5.4
FOREST HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa, FL 5.4
FORT WHITE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort White, FL 5.4
HERNANDO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hernando, FL 5.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pine Grove Elementary School

What grades does Pine Grove Elementary School serve?

Pine Grove Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Pine Grove Elementary School?

Pine Grove Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 1,032 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pine Grove Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Pine Grove Elementary School is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pine Grove Elementary School rank in FL?

Pine Grove Elementary School ranks #2,514 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Pine Grove Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Pine Grove Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Pine Grove Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pine Grove Elementary School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Pine Grove Elementary School a charter school?

No, Pine Grove Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Pine Grove Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Pine Grove Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pine Grove Elementary School?

62.9% of students at Pine Grove 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
1,032
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
68
Free/Reduced Lunch
62.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Hernando County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
35.1%

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