Odessa Elementary School

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Odessa Elementary School ranks 529 th of 2256 Florida elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

Summary:

Odessa Elementary School is a public elementary school serving grades PK-5 in New Port Richey, Florida, with a student population of 976 as of the 2022-2023 school year. This school stands out as a high-performing institution within the Pasco school district, which is ranked 42 out of 68 districts in the state and has a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Odessa Elementary consistently outperforms the Pasco district and the state of Florida in academic assessments, with 67-76% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts and 66-76% proficient or better in Math, compared to 50-55% and 47-60% for the Pasco district, respectively. The school has maintained a strong statewide ranking, placing in the top 25% of Florida elementary schools for the past several years and earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. However, Odessa Elementary has seen a decline in racial diversity, with the percentage of white students increasing from 66.03% in 2020-2021 to 53.79% in 2022-2023, in contrast to nearby schools like Starkey Ranch K-8, which has maintained a more diverse student population.

While Odessa Elementary has a higher per-student spending compared to the state average and a lower percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch compared to nearby schools like Deer Park Elementary, it has a higher chronic absenteeism rate of 18.6% in 2022-2023, compared to schools like Trinity Elementary (13.7%) and Starkey Ranch K-8 (13.5%). Additionally, Odessa Elementary has a higher student-teacher ratio of 16.8 in 2022-2023, compared to nearby schools like Starkey Ranch K-8 (19.0) and Deer Park Elementary (13.3).

Detail:

Public PK, KG-5

12810 Interlaken Rd
New Port Richey, FL 34655

(727) 246-3700

District: Pasco

SchoolDigger Rank:
529^th of 2,256 Florida Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures: $8,738

Students who attend Odessa Elementary School usually attend:

Middle:	Seven Springs Middle School
High:	James W. Mitchell High School

Student/teacher ratio: 16.8

Number of students: 976

Racial breakdown:

White:

53.8%

Hispanic:

21.5%

Asian:

14.1%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 27.5%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details Odessa Elementary School ranks better than 76.6% of elementary schools in Florida. It also ranks 12^th among 57 ranked elementary schools in the Pasco School District. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 74.85. (See more...)

Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.

Student Body

Compare Details Student population at Odessa Elementary School is diverse. Racial makeup is: White (53.8%), Hispanic (21.5%), Asian (14.1%). (See more...)

Compare Details 27.5% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)

Teachers

Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Odessa Elementary School is 16.8. 40 elementary schools in the Pasco School District have better student/teacher ratios. (See more...)

Compare Odessa Elementary School employs 57.9 full-time teachers.

Finance

Compare Details The average total spent per student at Odessa Elementary School is $8,738. 40 elementary schools in the Pasco School District spend more per student.

Schooldigger Rankings:

Odessa Elementary School was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.

Pasco:

SchoolDigger ranks Pasco 42^nd of 68 Florida school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Odessa Elementary School

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Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	FL State Percentile
2011	71.85	552^nd	1985	72.2%
2012	78.19	388^th	1984	80.4%
2013	80.84	337^th	2029	83.4%
2014	84.22	279^th	2064	86.5%
2016	81.25	356^th	2087	82.9%
2017	85.80	248^th	2112	88.3%
2018	88.23	201^st	2118	90.5%
2019	89.75	162^nd	2182	92.6%
2021	87.90	243^rd	2247	89.2%
2022	85.92	289^th	2219	87.0%
2023	76.65	473^rd	2240	78.9%
2024	74.85	529^th	2256	76.6%

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Data source: test scores: Florida Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

Data source: Florida Department of Education

Review counts

All ratings (Avg rating: 3)

50%

Reviews:

by a parent
Thursday, September 19, 2019

Our daughter started Kindergarten at Odessa in 2019. Very organized and clean school. There is a strong sense of community, I have not see any indication of bullying and teachers seem able to give each child the attention they require. Close Quote

by a parent
Sunday, December 3, 2017

only 30 minutes of recess for kindergarteners and tons of class and homework . even though studies are now showing kids should have more play this school only focuses on test scores Close Quote

by a parent
Sunday, December 3, 2017

no diversity amongst the staff. minority and special needs children have no one that looks like them to relate too . only one guidance counselor for over 700 students Close Quote

by a parent
Saturday, June 10, 2017

Amazing school, teaches and administration! Close Quote

Enrollment information for Odessa Elementary School

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Total
2011	407	26	34	135	3	1	26	632
2012	445	26	34	151	3	2	30	691
2013	472	35	27	158	2	2	23	719
2014	505	36	34	151	1	1	22	750
2015	544	39	46	171	1	2	33	836
2016	624	53	44	161	2	6	40	930
2017	684	57	52	175	2	5	42	1017
2018	584	20	47	111	3	4	38	807
2019	626	17	42	138	1	4	44	872
2020	781	31	76	176	4	4	54	1126
2021	789	29	90	206	6	3	72	1195
2022	535	19	86	182	4	0	61	887
2023	525	27	138	210	6	0	70	976

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Odessa Elementary School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2011	632	42.1	14.9	29.3
2012	691	48.1	14.3	32
2013	719	54.0	13.3	30.2
2014	750	56.0	13.3	26.7
2015	836	56.0	14.9	28.2
2016	930	64.0	14.5	28.6
2017	1017	74.0	13.7	26.4
2018	807	60.0	13.4	27
2019	872	61.9	14.0	21.9
2020	1126	71.7	15.7	21.8
2021	1195	85.7	13.9	19.2
2022	887	52.4	16.9	30.1
2023	976	57.9	16.8	27.5

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Odessa Elementary School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2011	632	42.1	14.9	29.3
2012	691	48.1	14.3	32
2013	719	54.0	13.3	30.2
2014	750	56.0	13.3	26.7
2015	836	56.0	14.9	28.2
2016	930	64.0	14.5	28.6
2017	1017	74.0	13.7	26.4
2018	807	60.0	13.4	27
2019	872	61.9	14.0	21.9
2020	1126	71.7	15.7	21.8
2021	1195	85.7	13.9	19.2
2022	887	52.4	16.9	30.1
2023	976	57.9	16.8	27.5

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Odessa Elementary School

Year	Expenditures from Federal Funds	Expenditures from State and Local Funds	Total Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2018	$305 (4.0%)	$7,251 (96.0%)	$7,556
2019	$335 (4.3%)	$7,388 (95.7%)	$7,722
2020	$255 (3.6%)	$6,813 (96.4%)	$7,068
2021	$412 (5.1%)	$7,718 (94.9%)	$8,130
2022	$1,153 (13.8%)	$7,223 (86.2%)	$8,375
2023	$1,095 (12.5%)	$7,645 (87.5%)	$8,738

Data source: Florida Department of Education

Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Odessa Elementary School

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Rankings

Rank Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Rank Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Ranks 162^nd of 2182 Elementary schools	Ranks 473^rd of 2240 Elementary schools	13.7%

Test Scores

	% proficient Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	% proficient Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Odessa Elementary School)	85	72	13%
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Pasco)	60	53	7%
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Florida)	58	53	5%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Odessa Elementary School)	89	71	18%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Pasco)	59	52	7%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Florida)	62	58	4%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Odessa Elementary School)	84	81	3%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Pasco)	59	57	2%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Florida)	58	57	1%
4th Grade Mathematics (Odessa Elementary School)	89	85	4%
4th Grade Mathematics (Pasco)	62	56	6%
4th Grade Mathematics (Florida)	64	61	3%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Odessa Elementary School)	72	71	1%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Pasco)	55	51	4%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Florida)	56	55	1%
5th Grade Mathematics (Odessa Elementary School)	84	75	9%
5th Grade Mathematics (Pasco)	57	45	12%
5th Grade Mathematics (Florida)	60	52	8%
5th Grade Science (Odessa Elementary School)	63	66	3%
5th Grade Science (Pasco)	53	49	4%
5th Grade Science (Florida)	53	51	2%

Student Body

	Number of students Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Number of students Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Total Students	872	976	11.9%
African American	17	27	58.8%
American Indian	1	6	500%
Asian	42	138	228.6%
Hispanic	138	210	52.2%
Pacific Islander	4	0	100%
White	626	525	16.1%
Two or More Races	44	70	59.1%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	21.9%	27.5%	5.6%

Schools Near Odessa Elementary School

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2024)				Ranking (2023)				FAST English Language Arts (2024)						FAST Math (2024)						Statewide Science Science (2024)		EOC Algebra 1 (2024)	EOC Geometry (2024)	EOC Civics (2024)	Per Pupil Expenditures (2023)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2024)	Statewide Rank (2024)	State Percentile (2024)	SchoolDigger Rating (2024)	Average Standard Score (2023)	Statewide Rank (2023)	State Percentile (2023)	Rank Change from Previous Year	FAST English Language Arts 3rd Grade	FAST English Language Arts 4th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 5th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 6th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 7th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 8th Grade	FAST Math 3rd Grade	FAST Math 4th Grade	FAST Math 5th Grade	FAST Math 6th Grade	FAST Math 7th Grade	FAST Math 8th Grade	Statewide Science Science 5th Grade	Statewide Science Science 8th Grade	EOC Algebra 1 End of Course	EOC Geometry End of Course	EOC Civics End of Course	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Odessa Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	12810 Interlaken Rd	New Port Richey	34655	Pasco County	Pasco	No	No	No	No	(727) 246-3700	976	58	16.8	27.5%	525 (53.8%)	27 (2.8%)	210 (21.5%)	138 (14.1%)	6 (0.6%)	0 (0.0%)	70 (7.2%)	74.9	529^th of 2256 public elementary schools	76.6%		76.6	473^rd of 2240 public elementary schools	78.9%	56	67.0	70.0	62.0				73.0	76.0	66.0	100.0			48.0					$8,738	$1,095	$7,645
Starkey Ranch K-8	Public, Magnet	PK, KG-8	12200 Lake Blanche Drive	Odessa	33556	Hillsborough County	Pasco	No	Yes	No	No	(813) 794-2000	1,928	101	19.0	17.3%	1,310 (67.9%)	48 (2.5%)	315 (16.3%)	142 (7.4%)	4 (0.2%)	4 (0.2%)	105 (5.4%)	83.2	333^rd of 2256 public elementary schools	85.2%		83.1	335^th of 2240 public elementary schools	85.0%	2	75.0	71.0	62.0	75.0	75.0	77.0	80.0	73.0	78.0	89.0	86.0	91.0	59.0	65.0	98.0	97.0	95.0	$7,732	$945	$6,787
Trinity Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	2209 Duck Slough Blvd	New Port Richey	34655	Pasco County	Pasco	No	No	No	No	(727) 774-9900	573	34	16.9	33.7%	419 (73.1%)	21 (3.7%)	64 (11.2%)	26 (4.5%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	43 (7.5%)	88.5	219^th of 2256 public elementary schools	90.3%		87	246^th of 2240 public elementary schools	89.0%	27	73.0	77.0	78.0				74.0	91.0	73.0	100.0			71.0					$9,659	$1,134	$8,525
Longleaf Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	3253 Town Ave	New Port Richey	34655	Pasco County	Pasco	No	No	No	No	(727) 774-0800	639	43	14.8	39.6%	538 (84.2%)	14 (2.2%)	56 (8.8%)	3 (0.5%)	1 (0.2%)	1 (0.2%)	26 (4.1%)	75.6	514^th of 2256 public elementary schools	77.2%		74.7	511^th of 2240 public elementary schools	77.2%	3	71.0	63.0	66.0				67.0	65.0	75.0				61.0					$10,557	$1,188	$9,369
Plato Academy Trinity Charter School	Public, Charter	K-8	8810 Old Country Rd 54	New Port Richey	34653	Pasco County	Pasco	Yes	No	No	No	(727) 205-6360	520	38	13.6	55.2%	349 (67.1%)	11 (2.1%)	120 (23.1%)	15 (2.9%)	2 (0.4%)	0 (0.0%)	23 (4.4%)	34.3	1508^th of 2256 public elementary schools	33.2%		37.7	1392^nd of 2240 public elementary schools	37.9%	116	55.0	62.0	32.0	72.0	56.0	57.0	46.0	53.0	34.0	24.0		57.0	31.0	46.0	90.0		67.0	$6,994	$320	$6,673
Trinity Oaks Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	1827 Trinity Oaks Blvd	Trinity	34655	Pasco County	Pasco	No	No	No	No	(727) 774-0900	673	40	16.6	36.7%	496 (73.7%)	18 (2.7%)	109 (16.2%)	19 (2.8%)	1 (0.1%)	0 (0.0%)	30 (4.5%)	63	800^th of 2256 public elementary schools	64.5%		58.6	874^th of 2240 public elementary schools	61.0%	74	64.0	55.0	61.0				66.0	60.0	57.0	100.0			52.0					$8,902	$1,159	$7,743
McKitrick Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	5503 W Lutz Lake Fern Rd	Lutz	33558	Hillsborough County	Hillsborough	No	No	No	No	(813) 558-5427	988	61	16.1	12.1%	550 (55.7%)	24 (2.4%)	188 (19.0%)	154 (15.6%)	2 (0.2%)	3 (0.3%)	67 (6.8%)	96.7	25^th of 2256 public elementary schools	98.9%		94.9	47^th of 2240 public elementary schools	97.9%	22	82.0	86.0	89.0				91.0	92.0	90.0				84.0					$8,982	$1,232	$7,750
Seven Springs Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	8025 Mitchell Ranch Rd	New Port Richey	34655	Pasco County	Pasco	No	No	No	Yes	(727) 774-9600	450	26	17.2	73.3%	262 (58.2%)	26 (5.8%)	117 (26.0%)	7 (1.6%)	3 (0.7%)	1 (0.2%)	34 (7.6%)	29.8	1629^th of 2256 public elementary schools	27.8%		31.1	1583^rd of 2240 public elementary schools	29.3%	46	36.0	53.0	47.0				35.0	56.0	32.0				43.0					$10,628	$1,998	$8,630
Hammond Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	8008 N Mobley Rd	Odessa	33556	Hillsborough County	Hillsborough	No	No	No	No	(813) 792-5120	734	51	14.3	20.3%	475 (64.7%)	18 (2.5%)	152 (20.7%)	37 (5.0%)	1 (0.1%)	0 (0.0%)	51 (6.9%)	90.6	154^th of 2256 public elementary schools	93.2%		89	195^th of 2240 public elementary schools	91.3%	41	74.0	71.0	85.0				79.0	79.0	92.0				77.0					$10,424	$1,879	$8,545
Bexley Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	4380 Ballantrae Blvd	Land O Lakes	34638	Pasco County	Pasco	No	No	No	No	(813) 346-4300	1,182	71	16.5	25.5%	675 (57.1%)	34 (2.9%)	320 (27.1%)	77 (6.5%)	3 (0.3%)	1 (0.1%)	72 (6.1%)	74	545^th of 2256 public elementary schools	75.8%		74.1	524^th of 2240 public elementary schools	76.6%	21	68.0	76.0	63.0				73.0	57.0	64.0	100.0			58.0					$7,911	$1,107	$6,805

Frequently Asked Questions about Odessa Elementary School

What schools do graduates of Odessa Elementary School attend?

Students who attend Odessa Elementary School usually go on to attend:

Middle : Seven Springs Middle School
High : James W. Mitchell High School

How many students attend Odessa Elementary School?

In the 2022-23 school year, 976 students attended Odessa Elementary School.

What is the racial makeup of Odessa Elementary School?

Students at Odessa Elementary School are 54% White, 22% Hispanic, 14% Asian, 7% Two or more races, 3% African American.

What district is Odessa Elementary School in?

Pasco

Is Odessa Elementary School a good school?

Odessa Elementary School ranks 529^th of 2256 Florida elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

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