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NewsWFLA News TampaAugust 13, 2026Hillsborough

Pasco County Schools returns to 'A' district rating for new school year

Pasco County Schools has achieved an 'A' district rating for the first time since 2009 as over 80,000 students return to classrooms for the new school year. The district reports that 65 percent of its individual schools have also earned an 'A' rating.

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Why It Matters

The district's academic rating serves as a public performance metric for the school system serving over 80,000 students in Pasco County.

Key Facts

  • Pasco County Schools received an 'A' rating for the first time since 2009.
  • More than 80,000 students are enrolled in the district for the new school year.
  • 65 percent of schools within the Pasco County district currently hold an 'A' rating.

Who's Mentioned

personChristine Tagle“English language arts teacher at River Ridge High School.”locationRiver Ridge High School“A high school in Pasco County.”organizationPasco County Schools“The school district serving over 80,000 students.”locationNew Port Richey“Location where the news was reported.”personCarrie Taylor“Parent of a student.”personEli Taylor“A senior student at River Ridge High School.”