How to use scholarships in Pasco
Florida families can stack Step Up For Students, Family Empowerment, and the Personalized Education Program against private-school tuition — and VPK or School Readiness for early years. Many Pasco schools accept these scholarships, which can bring out-of-pocket cost close to zero for eligible families. See all Florida scholarship programs →
65 schools found
Browse all FL schools →Academy at the Lakes
PrivateFTCFlorida Tax Credit Scholarship — for low-income familiesFES-EOFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Education Options) — universal eligibilityFES-UAFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Unique Abilities) — for students with disabilitiesAPAmazon Adventure & Internship (signature program)Medical Programs / Medicine SeminarSTEMEnvironmental Science emphasisPublic Speaking programSTEMLand O' Lakes
PK3-12List $24K/yr≈$16K with Step Up540 students7:1 ratioEnglish, Spanish, ChineseAccredited: FCIS, SACS, FKC, NAIS member
Land O' Lakes Christian School
PrivateFTCFlorida Tax Credit Scholarship — for low-income familiesAcademicsExtended DayArtsAthleticsPreschoolArtsInternational Baccalaureate (IB)ArtsGuidance servicesInternational Baccalaureate (IB)Land O' Lakes
PK-12List $7K/yr≈$0 with Step Up530 students7:1 ratioEnglish, SpanishAccredited: NCPSA, AACS, NACSAA
Genesis Preparatory School
PrivateFTCFlorida Tax Credit Scholarship — for low-income familiesFES-EOFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Education Options) — universal eligibilityFES-UAFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Unique Abilities) — for students with disabilitiesCollege PrepAthleticsNew Port Richey
PK-12List $13.9K/yr≈$5.9K with Step Up213 studentsEnglishAccredited: FCIS (Florida Council of Independent Schools, member), SACS
Generations Christian Academy
PrivateFTCFlorida Tax Credit Scholarship — for low-income familiesFES-EOFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Education Options) — universal eligibilityFES-UAFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Unique Abilities) — for students with disabilitiesTrinity
PK-6Tuition varies154 students
Christian Crossings Academy
PrivateFTCFlorida Tax Credit Scholarship — for low-income familiesFES-EOFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Education Options) — universal eligibilityFES-UAFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Unique Abilities) — for students with disabilitiesOdessa
K-12List $11.5K/yr≈$3.5K with Step Up132 students9:1 ratioEnglish, Spanish
Zephyrhills Christian Academy
PrivateFTCFlorida Tax Credit Scholarship — for low-income familiesFES-EOFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Education Options) — universal eligibilityFES-UAFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Unique Abilities) — for students with disabilitiesReligiousDual EnrollmentFootballBasketballWrestlingCheerleadingInterscholastic athletics: Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Flag Football, Football, Golf, SoftballZephyrhills
K-12List $4K/yr≈$0 with Step Up267 students17:1 ratioEnglish
Bishop Larkin Catholic School
PrivateFTCFlorida Tax Credit Scholarship — for low-income familiesFES-EOFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Education Options) — universal eligibilityFES-UAFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Unique Abilities) — for students with disabilitiesStandard K-8 academicsSpiritual life curriculumVirtue in Practice (social-emotional learning)Campus ministryPort Richey
PK-8List $6.9K/yr≈$0 with Step Up246 students12:1 ratioEnglishAccredited: Florida Catholic Conference
Grace Christian Schools of Pasco
PrivateFTCFlorida Tax Credit Scholarship — for low-income familiesFES-EOFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Education Options) — universal eligibilityFES-UAFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Unique Abilities) — for students with disabilitiesK5-12 college prepafter-school careStep Up scholarship acceptedAAA Scholarship Foundation acceptedHudson
K-12List $8.1K/yr≈$50 with Step Up182 students14:1 ratioEnglishAccredited: ACSI (Association of Christian Schools International)
CES Academy
PrivateFTCFlorida Tax Credit Scholarship — for low-income familiesFES-EOFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Education Options) — universal eligibilityFES-UAFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Unique Abilities) — for students with disabilitiesK-12 standard curriculumSmall class sizesCognia accreditedZephyrhills
K-12List $10K/yr≈$2K with Step Up146 studentsEnglish
Heritage Academy
PrivateFTCFlorida Tax Credit Scholarship — for low-income familiesFES-EOFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Education Options) — universal eligibilityFES-UAFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Unique Abilities) — for students with disabilitiesABeka-curriculumSpanish-instructionphysical-educationArtsmiddle-schoolZephyrhills
PK-8List $4.2K/yr≈$0 with Step Up114 students14:1 ratioEnglish, Spanish
Saint Anthony Catholic School
PrivateFTCFlorida Tax Credit Scholarship — for low-income familiesFES-EOFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Education Options) — universal eligibilityFES-UAFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Unique Abilities) — for students with disabilitiesReligionMathematicsScienceSocial StudiesArtsSTEMArtsMusic and award-winning choirInternational Baccalaureate (IB)Physical EducationAthletics (14 sports)ArtsSTEMSTEMArtsService opportunitiesArtsArtsSTEMMusicSTEMMorning/extended care, homework help and after-school enrichmentSan Antonio
PK-8List $9K/yr≈$1K with Step Up276 students15:1 ratioEnglishAccredited: Diocese of St. Petersburg, Florida Catholic Conference
Adventist Christian Academy
PrivateFTCFlorida Tax Credit Scholarship — for low-income familiesFES-EOFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Education Options) — universal eligibilityFES-UAFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Unique Abilities) — for students with disabilitiesSocial-Emotional Intelligence (SEI) curriculumArtsCommunity service and mission opportunitiesReligiousNew Port Richey
PK-12List $6.8K/yr≈$0 with Step Up72 students9:1 ratioEnglish
American Collegiate Academy Llc
PrivateFTCFlorida Tax Credit Scholarship — for low-income familiesFES-EOFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Education Options) — universal eligibilityFES-UAFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Unique Abilities) — for students with disabilitiesPEPCollege-preparatory curriculumAPHybrid learning (on-campus + online)NCAA-certified athleticsBasketballSoccerGolfWomen's athleticsPersonalized academic pathwaysZephyrhills
KG-12List $16K/yr≈$8K with Step Up96 students15:1 ratioEnglish
Angeline Country Day School
PrivateFTCFlorida Tax Credit Scholarship — for low-income familiesFES-EOFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Education Options) — universal eligibilityFES-UAFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Unique Abilities) — for students with disabilitiesInternational Baccalaureate (IB)Hydroponics innovation labSTEMLanguage ImmersionGardening/outdoor educationLand O Lakes
PK-08List $14.8K/yr≈$6.8K with Step UpEnglish, Spanish
Beacon Christian Academy
PrivateFTCFlorida Tax Credit Scholarship — for low-income familiesFES-EOFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Education Options) — universal eligibilityFES-UAFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Unique Abilities) — for students with disabilitiesNew Port Richey
KG-07Tuition varies37 students7:1 ratio
Blazing Stars Montessori School
PrivateFTCFlorida Tax Credit Scholarship — for low-income familiesFES-EOFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Education Options) — universal eligibilityFES-UAFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Unique Abilities) — for students with disabilitiesMontessoriMontessoriDade City
PK-05Tuition varies30 studentsEnglish
Center Academy-lutz
PrivateFTCFlorida Tax Credit Scholarship — for low-income familiesFES-EOFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Education Options) — universal eligibilityFES-UAFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Unique Abilities) — for students with disabilitiesSpecial NeedsSpecial NeedsSpecial Needsfield tripssportsrolling admissionLutz
04-12Tuition varies94 students2:1 ratioEnglish
East Pasco Adventist Academy
PrivateFTCFlorida Tax Credit Scholarship — for low-income familiesFES-EOFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Education Options) — universal eligibilityFES-UAFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Unique Abilities) — for students with disabilitiesInternational Baccalaureate (IB)MathematicsScienceArtsSocial StudiesMusic education with private lessons and performing groupsPhysical Education with gymnastics and intramuralsComputer lab and classroom technologyInternational Baccalaureate (IB)Music education with private lessonsArtsPhysical education (gymnastics/intramurals)Science lab (hands-on experiments)ArtsInternational Baccalaureate (IB)Physical education with gymnastics/intramuralsArtsScience lab for grades 7-8 hands-on experimentsDade City
PK-09List $8.3K/yr≈$250 with Step Up85 students10:1 ratioEnglish
Edison Private School Wc
PrivateFTCFlorida Tax Credit Scholarship — for low-income familiesFES-EOFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Education Options) — universal eligibilityFES-UAFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Unique Abilities) — for students with disabilitiesLanguage ImmersionSTEMCollege Prep coursesAthletics (volleyball, basketball)Arts1:1 technology devicesInternational Baccalaureate (IB)Gold SealPort Richey
PK-08Tuition varies81 studentsEnglish, Spanish
Esther's School Inc-hudson
PrivateFTCFlorida Tax Credit Scholarship — for low-income familiesFES-EOFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Education Options) — universal eligibilityFES-UAFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Unique Abilities) — for students with disabilitiesReligiousACE self-paced curriculumtechnology/computer labindividualized learningHudson
KG-12List $9.1K/yr≈$1.1K with Step Up79 students12:1 ratioEnglish
Esther's School New Port Richey
PrivateFTCFlorida Tax Credit Scholarship — for low-income familiesFES-EOFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Education Options) — universal eligibilityFES-UAFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Unique Abilities) — for students with disabilitiesK–12Individualized Learning PlansSmall class sizesReligiousQuickSchools parent portalNew Port Richey
KG-12Tuition varies90 students12:1 ratioEnglish
Garden Montessori School
PrivateFTCFlorida Tax Credit Scholarship — for low-income familiesFES-EOFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Education Options) — universal eligibilityFES-UAFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Unique Abilities) — for students with disabilitiesToddler program (18 months – 3 years)Early Childhood (3–6 years)ArtsOutdoor learning spacesMontessoriWesley Chapel
PK-KGList $10.8K/yr≈$2.9K with Step Up65 studentsEnglish, Spanish
Goddard School
PrivateFTCFlorida Tax Credit Scholarship — for low-income familiesFES-EOFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Education Options) — universal eligibilityFES-UAFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Unique Abilities) — for students with disabilitiesinfant-caretoddler-carepreschoolpre-KArtssummer-careWonder-of-Learning-curriculumSpanish-instructionLanguage ImmersionyogaBASE-fitnessWesley Chapel
PK-05Tuition varies43 studentsAccredited: APPLE, Florida Gold Seal of Quality
Hope Ranch Learning Academy
PrivateFTCFlorida Tax Credit Scholarship — for low-income familiesFES-EOFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Education Options) — universal eligibilityFES-UAFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Unique Abilities) — for students with disabilitiesSpecial NeedsSpecial Needslearning-disabilitiesADHDABA-therapyspeech-therapyoccupational-therapytherapeutic-horseback-ridingIEPlife-skillspre-employment-transition-servicesequestrianHudson
KG-12List $12K/yr≈$4K with Step Up85 students5:1 ratioEnglish
Kids' Stuff Preschool And Kindergarten
PrivateFTCFlorida Tax Credit Scholarship — for low-income familiesFES-EOFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Education Options) — universal eligibilityFES-UAFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Unique Abilities) — for students with disabilitiesLutz
PK-05Tuition varies22 students7:1 ratioEnglishAccredited: NAEYC member
Little Peoples Christian Daycare/ Academy
PrivateFTCFlorida Tax Credit Scholarship — for low-income familiesFES-EOFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Education Options) — universal eligibilityFES-UAFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Unique Abilities) — for students with disabilitiesZephyrhills
KG-12Tuition varies12 students5:1 ratioEnglish
Millennium Academy
PrivateFTCFlorida Tax Credit Scholarship — for low-income familiesFES-EOFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Education Options) — universal eligibilityFES-UAFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Unique Abilities) — for students with disabilitiesPEPRobotics & Coding (Scratch, LEGO robotics, 3D design)Science ExplorationMathematical ThinkingDesign & Innovation (digital design, 3D modeling)ArtsCore AcademicsNew Port Richey
KG-12List $9.8K/yr≈$1.8K with Step Up52 students6:1 ratio
Miracles Schools
PrivateFTCFlorida Tax Credit Scholarship — for low-income familiesFES-EOFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Education Options) — universal eligibilityFES-UAFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Unique Abilities) — for students with disabilitiesIndividualized K-12 instructionVirtual field trips (elementary)Advanced degree-holding educatorsInternational Baccalaureate (IB)Port Richey
KG-12Tuition varies6 studentsEnglish
Nest Hockey Academy
PrivateFTCFlorida Tax Credit Scholarship — for low-income familiesFES-EOFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Education Options) — universal eligibilityFES-UAFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Unique Abilities) — for students with disabilitiesPEPIce hockey (Academy Teams, Prep Teams, Girls Prep Team)International Baccalaureate (IB)Blended learning model (on-ice + classroom)NCAA-approved curriculumCollege hockey recruiting pathwayWesley Chapel
05-11List $29.8K/yr≈$21.8K with Step Up79 students4:1 ratioEnglish
New Beginnings Baptist Academy
PrivateFTCFlorida Tax Credit Scholarship — for low-income familiesFES-EOFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Education Options) — universal eligibilityFES-UAFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Unique Abilities) — for students with disabilitiesNew Port Richey
KG-12List $5.5K/yr≈$0 with Step Up23 students6:1 ratioAccredited: National Association for Christian Education (NACE)
New Leaps Academy Ii
PrivateFTCFlorida Tax Credit Scholarship — for low-income familiesFES-EOFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Education Options) — universal eligibilityFES-UAFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Unique Abilities) — for students with disabilitiesSpecial Needslife skillssocial skillsIEP supportoccupational therapy (private)speech therapy (private)ABA therapy (private)physical therapy (private)Wesley Chapel
KG-12Tuition varies21 students21:1 ratio
Prodigy Academy At Epperson
PrivateFTCFlorida Tax Credit Scholarship — for low-income familiesFES-EOFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Education Options) — universal eligibilityFES-UAFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Unique Abilities) — for students with disabilitiesArtsSTEAM project-based curriculumIndividualized Learning Portfoliobefore/after school careArtsWesley Chapel
PK-05Tuition varies49 students
Reconnections Education Center
PrivateFTCFlorida Tax Credit Scholarship — for low-income familiesFES-EOFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Education Options) — universal eligibilityFES-UAFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Unique Abilities) — for students with disabilitiesSpecial NeedsDIRFloortime therapy modeloccupational therapy (integrated)speech therapy (integrated)small group instruction (1:3 to 1:4 ratio)Odessa
PK-12Tuition varies26 students4:1 ratio
Sarah Bee Bilingual Academy
PrivateFTCFlorida Tax Credit Scholarship — for low-income familiesFES-EOFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Education Options) — universal eligibilityLanguage ImmersionLillio Learning curriculumButtercups Babies curriculumVPKBefore/After Careinfant care (6 weeks–12 months)toddler (12–36 months)preschool (3–5 years)Bee Friday overnight careNew Port Richey
KG-KGTuition varies95 studentsEnglish, Spanish
St. Mary Orthodox Christian School
PrivateFTCFlorida Tax Credit Scholarship — for low-income familiesFES-EOFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Education Options) — universal eligibilityFES-UAFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Unique Abilities) — for students with disabilitiesReligiousSpecial Needsdaily devotionsApostolic Teachingsmiddle school expansion 2025-26New Port Richey
KG-08List $15.0K/yr≈$7.0K with Step Up74 students12:1 ratioEnglish
The Academyofspectrumdiversity First Street
PrivateFTCFlorida Tax Credit Scholarship — for low-income familiesFES-EOFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Education Options) — universal eligibilityFES-UAFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Unique Abilities) — for students with disabilitiesSpecial NeedsSpeech therapyLanguage ImmersionBehavioral therapyInclusion and community-building programsZephyrhills
KG-12Tuition varies58 students11:1 ratioEnglish
The Rainbow Tree Christian School
PrivateFTCFlorida Tax Credit Scholarship — for low-income familiesFES-EOFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Education Options) — universal eligibilityFES-UAFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Unique Abilities) — for students with disabilitiesClassicalMusicExtracurricular activitiesNew Port Richey
KG-08List $4.2K/yr≈$0 with Step Up81 students11:1 ratioEnglish
Thrive Academy
PrivateLearning SupportFTCFlorida Tax Credit Scholarship — for low-income familiesFES-EOFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Education Options) — universal eligibilityFES-UAFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Unique Abilities) — for students with disabilitiesSpecial NeedsABA therapy (Verbal Behavior)Naturalistic Environment Teaching1:1 instructionArtsmusicphysical educationInternational Baccalaureate (IB)BCBA-staffed classroomsStep Up for Unique Abilities scholarshipZephyrhills
KG-06Tuition varies20 studentsEnglish
Torchbearers' Christian Academy
PrivateFTCFlorida Tax Credit Scholarship — for low-income familiesFES-EOFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Education Options) — universal eligibilityFES-UAFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Unique Abilities) — for students with disabilitiesK–11 academic instructionReligiousStudent conventions / award programsStep Up Rising Stars programStep Up, AAA, FES scholarships acceptedDade City
KG-11Tuition varies103 students8:1 ratioEnglish
Transformation Through Education Foundation
PrivateFTCFlorida Tax Credit Scholarship — for low-income familiesFES-EOFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Education Options) — universal eligibilityFES-UAFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Unique Abilities) — for students with disabilitiesPEPCollege preparatoryDual DiplomaNCAA-certified athleticsBasketballGolfDual enrollmentZephyrhills
05-12Tuition varies
Trinity Montessori School
PrivateFTCFlorida Tax Credit Scholarship — for low-income familiesFES-UAFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Unique Abilities) — for students with disabilitiesMontessoriYoung Children (ages 2–3)ArtsElementary grades 1–3 (launching Aug 2026)Artsmixed-age classroomsindividualized curriculumGold SealTrinity
PK-03Tuition varies55 studentsEnglish
Faith Baptist Academy
PrivateFTCFlorida Tax Credit Scholarship — for low-income familiesFES-EOFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Education Options) — universal eligibilityFES-UAFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Unique Abilities) — for students with disabilitiesPEPWesley Chapel
PK-12List $9.5K/yr≈$1.5K with Step Up101 students17:1 ratioEnglish
Elfers Christian School
PrivateFTCFlorida Tax Credit Scholarship — for low-income familiesFES-EOFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Education Options) — universal eligibilityFES-UAFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Unique Abilities) — for students with disabilitiesABeka Curriculum (elementary)Dual Enrollment (PHSC/SPC)MusicArtsPEArcheryComputerLanguage ImmersionVolleyballBasketballSoccerGolfCross CountryGold SealNew Port Richey
PK-12List $8.3K/yr≈$300 with Step Up221 students13:1 ratioEnglishAccredited: FACCS (member), AACS (member)
First Christian Academy
PrivateFTCFlorida Tax Credit Scholarship — for low-income familiesFES-EOFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Education Options) — universal eligibilityFES-UAFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Unique Abilities) — for students with disabilitiesCore academicsMusicArtsPESpanishComputerNew Port Richey
PK-8List $9.6K/yr≈$1.6K with Step Up320 students10:1 ratioEnglish, SpanishAccredited: ACSI (member), FL DCF License #C06PA0222
Generations Christian Academy
PrivateFTCFlorida Tax Credit Scholarship — for low-income familiesFES-EOFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Education Options) — universal eligibilityFES-UAFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Unique Abilities) — for students with disabilitiesEarly Childhood (6 weeks - Pre-K)Lower School (K-2)Intermediate School (3-5)Middle School (6-8)Standards-focused academicsPre-SchoolAthleticsArtsNew Port Richey
PK-10List $13.9K/yr≈$5.9K with Step Up350 students7:1 ratioEnglish
Genesis Preparatory School Of Florida
PrivateFTCFlorida Tax Credit Scholarship — for low-income familiesFES-EOFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Education Options) — universal eligibilityFES-UAFamily Empowerment Scholarship (Unique Abilities) — for students with disabilitiesNew Port Richey
PK-08List $13.9K/yr≈$5.9K with Step Up208 students7:1 ratioEnglish
Frequently asked questions
What is the average tuition for private elementary schools in Pasco County?
Most private elementary schools in Pasco County charge $7K/yr-$12K/yr/year for 2025-26, with the full range running $250/yr to $29.8K/yr.
Which private elementary schools in Pasco County don't require admissions test scores?
11 of the 65 private elementary schools we track in Pasco County don't require test scores. Examples include Land O' Lakes Christian School, Genesis Preparatory School, and Bishop Larkin Catholic School.
How many private elementary schools in Pasco County accept rolling admissions?
15 of 65 private elementary schools in Pasco County accept rolling admissions, meaning families can apply outside the standard fall window.
Which private elementary schools in Pasco County accept scholarships?
53 of 65 private elementary schools in Pasco County accept state scholarship programs (in Florida: Step Up For Students, Family Empowerment, PEP). Examples include Academy at the Lakes, Land O' Lakes Christian School, and Genesis Preparatory School.
How many private elementary schools are there in Pasco County?
We track 65 private elementary schools across 14 neighborhoods in Pasco County, including Land O' Lakes, New Port Richey, Trinity.
Are most private elementary schools in Pasco County religious?
48 of 65 private elementary schools in Pasco County have a religious affiliation, spanning 17 traditions including None (non-denominational, values-based), Baptist, NON-DENOMINATIONAL. The remaining 17 are secular.