Parent's Guide
Wesley Chapel Schools
Everything parents need to know — every school, contact info, bell times, programs, and maps. Wesley Chapel is served by the Pasco County School District.
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High Schools
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Middle Schools
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Elementary Schools
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Charter Schools
School Calendar
The 2025-2026 school year runs from August to May. Pasco County uses a traditional calendar. Check pasco.k12.fl.us for official dates, early release days, and holidays.
School Bus Transportation
Pasco County provides bus service for students living 2+ miles from their zoned school. Bus route info is available at pasco.k12.fl.us or by calling (813) 794-2717.
School Choice & Enrollment
Pasco Pathways allows parents to apply for schools outside their zone including magnet programs, Cambridge, and career academies. Applications typically open November-January.
High SchoolsGrades 9-12
Wesley Chapel High School
Wesley Chapel High School
High School30651 Wells Road, Wesley Chapel, FL 33545
Matt McDermott, Principal
7:10 AM – 1:34 PM
Approx. 1,928 students
AP Capstone Diploma, Cambridge International, Career Academies in Ag Tech, Automotive, Digital Design
Wiregrass Ranch High School
Wiregrass Ranch High School
High School2909 Mansfield Blvd, Wesley Chapel, FL 33543
Jennifer Waselewski, Principal
8:10 AM – 2:36 PM
Approx. 2,183 students
Cambridge International, AP Capstone, 29 AP course offerings, Gifted & Talented
Cypress Creek High School
Cypress Creek High School
High School8701 Old Pasco Road, Wesley Chapel, FL 33544
Carin Hetzler-Nettles, Principal
7:10 AM – 1:34 PM
Approx. 2,000 students
Conservatory for the Arts (magnet — band, dance, theater, digital art), Criminal Justice, Engineering
Middle SchoolsGrades 6-8
Dr. John Long Middle School
Dr. John Long Middle School
Middle School2025 Mansfield Blvd, Wesley Chapel, FL 33543
Christine Wolff, Principal
9:10 AM – 3:30 PM
Approx. 1,409 students
Designated Magnet School, Gifted & Talented, top 20% in Florida
Thomas E. Weightman Middle School
Thomas E. Weightman Middle School
Middle School30649 Wells Road, Wesley Chapel, FL 33545
Rachel Fowler, Principal
8:20 AM – 2:40 PM
Approx. 1,301 students
Gifted & Talented, 96% Algebra 1 EOC proficiency rate
Cypress Creek Middle School
Cypress Creek Middle School
Middle School8845 Old Pasco Road, Wesley Chapel, FL 33544
Timothy Light, Principal
8:10 AM – 2:30 PM
Approx. 1,297 students
Performing Arts Center on campus, dual enrollment pathways with Pasco State College
Elementary SchoolsGrades PK-5
Wesley Chapel Elementary
Wesley Chapel Elementary
Elementary30243 Wells Road, Wesley Chapel, FL 33545
Meighan Melsheimer, Principal
9:50 AM – 4:00 PM
Approx. 806 students
Center for Gifted Studies, Achieve Center on campus
Double Branch Elementary
Double Branch Elementary
Elementary31500 Chancey Road, Wesley Chapel, FL 33543
Lisa Grimsley, Principal
9:40 AM – 3:50 PM
Approx. 857 students
Strong arts programs, PTA Reflections, Student Council
Wiregrass Elementary
Wiregrass Elementary
Elementary29732 Wiregrass School Rd, Wesley Chapel, FL 33543
Bailey Morris, Principal
9:40 AM – 3:50 PM
Approx. 1,000 students
Seven Oaks Elementary
Seven Oaks Elementary
Elementary27633 Mystic Oak Blvd, Wesley Chapel, FL 33543
Dr. Shauntte Butcher, Principal
9:40 AM – 3:50 PM
Approx. 658 students
Watergrass Elementary
Watergrass Elementary
Elementary32750 Overpass Road, Wesley Chapel, FL 33545
Andrea Altman, Principal
9:50 AM – 4:00 PM
Approx. 939 students
VPK, Pre-K programs, Access programs for special needs
Sand Pine Elementary
Sand Pine Elementary
Elementary29040 County Line Rd, Wesley Chapel, FL 33543
Christina Twardosz, Principal
9:40 AM – 3:50 PM
Approx. 519 students
Veterans Elementary
Veterans Elementary
Elementary26940 Progress Pkwy, Wesley Chapel, FL 33544
Melissa Bidgood, Principal
9:10 AM – 3:20 PM
Approx. 706 students
New River Elementary
New River Elementary
Elementary4710 River Glen Blvd, Wesley Chapel, FL 33545
Kelly Wisneski, Principal
10:10 AM – 4:20 PM
Approx. 939 students
Early Head Start Program
Charter SchoolsK-8 & High School
Pinecrest Academy Wesley Chapel
Pinecrest Academy Wesley Chapel
Charter33347 SR 54, Wesley Chapel, FL 33543
Aimee Mielke, Principal
7:45 AM – 3:15 PM
Approx. 1,259 students
STEAM curriculum, K-8 + separate High School campus, Academica managed, AdvancED accredited
Union Park Charter Academy
Union Park Charter Academy
Charter32775 Oldwoods Ave, Wesley Chapel, FL 33543
Meagan Glover, Principal
8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Approx. 803 students
Cambridge International, STEM, Arts/Music/Theatre/Spanish, Charter Schools USA network
Important Info for Parents
Pasco County Schools District Office
Address: 7227 Land O' Lakes Blvd, Land O' Lakes, FL 34638
Phone: (813) 794-2200
Website: pasco.k12.fl.us
Transportation Department
Phone: (813) 794-2717
Bus service provided for students living 2+ miles from zoned school. Check the district website for route lookup and bus stop information.
Before & After School Care
Many Wesley Chapel schools offer before and after school programs including the district's Extended Day Enrichment Program (EDEP). Contact your school directly for availability and registration.
Pasco Pathways (School Choice)
Parents can apply for schools outside their zone through Pasco Pathways. Options include magnet programs, Cambridge International, career academies, and more. Applications open Nov-Jan for the following school year.
Advanced Academics
Wesley Chapel schools offer AP Capstone, Cambridge International (AICE), Gifted & Talented, and dual enrollment with Pasco-Hernando State College. Several schools are A-rated by the Florida Department of Education.
School Year Calendar
The 2025-2026 school year typically runs August through May with a traditional calendar. Early release days are usually Wednesdays. Check the district website for the official calendar with all holidays and teacher planning days.
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