Below Average
#3170 of 3,778 schools in FL
Raymond B. Stewart Middle School
Middle School · PASCO
38505 10TH AVE, Zephyrhills, FL 33542
Enrollment
965
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
4.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
965
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
4.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,170 of 3,778
In Zephyrhills
#4 of 6
public schools
In district
#76 of 97
PASCO
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Raymond B. Stewart Middle School
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About Raymond B. Stewart Middle School
Raymond B. Stewart Middle School is a public middle school in Zephyrhills, FL, part of PASCO. Raymond B.
Stewart Middle School serves approximately 965 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Raymond B. Stewart Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,170 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Raymond B. Stewart Middle School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.3
- FL avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
42% of students at Raymond B. Stewart 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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Raymond B. Stewart Middle School — Students at Raymond B. Stewart Middle School score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.9%
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: 4.8/10.
How Raymond B. Stewart Middle School Compares
See how Raymond B. Stewart 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
38505 10TH AVE, Zephyrhills, FL 33542
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Raymond B. Stewart Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ACADEMY AT THE FARM (rated 9.3/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Dade City), which scores notably higher. Another option is PINECREST ACADEMY WESLEY CHAPEL (rated 8.6/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Wesley Chapel), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EAST PASCO ADVENTIST ACADEMY (rated 7.8/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Dade City), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Zephyrhills, see our Zephyrhills schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33542 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,011
Median Home Value
$129,900
Median Rent
$1,049/mo
Population
24,306
College Educated
15.5%
Homeownership
69.8%
Avg Commute
26.1 min
Poverty Rate
14%
Median Age
51.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Raymond B. Stewart Middle School
What grades does Raymond B. Stewart Middle School serve?
Raymond B. Stewart Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Raymond B. Stewart Middle School?
Raymond B. Stewart Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 965 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Raymond B. Stewart Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Raymond B. Stewart Middle School is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Raymond B. Stewart Middle School rank in FL?
Raymond B. Stewart Middle School ranks #3,170 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Raymond B. Stewart Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Raymond B. Stewart Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Raymond B. Stewart Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Raymond B. Stewart Middle School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Raymond B. Stewart Middle School a charter school?
No, Raymond B. Stewart Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Raymond B. Stewart Middle School a Title I school?
No, Raymond B. Stewart Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Raymond B. Stewart Middle School?
65.9% of students at Raymond B. Stewart 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
- 965
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Pasco County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.0%
- Phone
- (813) 794-6500
Resources & Links
District
PASCO- District Enrollment
- 85,855
- Schools in District
- 106
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,009
- District Rank
- #76 of 97
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