NewsWFLA News Channel 8August 13, 2026Hillsborough
Pasco County Schools returns to 'A' district rating for the new school year
Pasco County Schools has achieved an 'A' district rating for the first time since 2009 as more than 80,000 students return to classrooms. The district reports that 65 percent of its individual schools have also earned an 'A' rating.
Read the full story at WFLA News Channel 8Why 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' district 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 individual schools within the 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 within the Pasco County district.”organizationPasco County Schools“The school district serving Pasco County, Florida.”locationNew Port Richey“Location where the news was reported.”personCarrie Taylor“Parent of a student at River Ridge High School.”personEli Taylor“A senior student at River Ridge High School.”other80,000“Number of students returning to Pasco County classrooms.”