Serving 774 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Denham Oaks Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 774 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Denham Oaks Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Denham Oaks Elementary School's student population of 774 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
774 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Denham Oaks Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Denham Oaks Elementary School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1136 out of 3655 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
30%
36%
Black
11%
21%
White
45%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Denham Oaks Elementary School's ranking?
Denham Oaks Elementary School is ranked #1136 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Denham Oaks Elementary School often compared to?
Denham Oaks Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Myrtle Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Denham Oaks Elementary School?
774 students attend Denham Oaks Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Denham Oaks Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Denham Oaks Elementary School?
Denham Oaks Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Denham Oaks Elementary School offer ?
Denham Oaks Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Denham Oaks Elementary School part of?
Denham Oaks Elementary School is part of Pasco School District.
In what neighborhood is Denham Oaks Elementary School located?
Denham Oaks Elementary School is located in the Pasco Lutz neighborhood of Lutz, FL.
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