Chasco Middle School vs Dayspring Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Florida, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Chasco Middle School
Port Richey · Public middle · Grades 6–8
622 students
Dayspring Academy
New Port Richey · Charter other · Grades K–12
1,259 students
| Measure | Chasco Middle School Port Richey, Florida | Dayspring Academy New Port Richey, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #414 of 563 | – |
| National rank | #9115 of 15,369 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Other |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–12 |
| Students | 622 | 1,259 |
| Enrollment | 622 | 1,259 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 64.3% | 34.9% |
| Students per teacher | 17.8 | 15.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 78% |
| Math proficiency | 49% | 78% |
| city | Port Richey | New Port Richey |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dayspring Academy does better on math proficiency (78% vs 49%).
- •Dayspring Academy does better on reading proficiency (78% vs 42%).
- •Dayspring Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34.9% vs 64.3%).
- •Dayspring Academy does better on students per teacher (15.2 vs 17.8).
- •Dayspring Academy is the larger school with 1,259 students compared with 622.
- •Chasco Middle School is a public school while Dayspring Academy is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Chasco Middle School better than Dayspring Academy?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Chasco Middle School and Dayspring Academy?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Port Richey and New Port Richey in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Chasco Middle School: 622. Dayspring Academy: 1,259. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Chasco Middle School and Dayspring Academy rank in Florida?
Chasco Middle School is 414th of 563 and Dayspring Academy is unranked among middle schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).