Serving 599 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wauchula Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is equal to the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 599 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wauchula Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Wauchula Elementary School's student population of 599 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
599 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wauchula Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wauchula Elementary School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1739 out of 3655 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
50%
36%
Black
10%
21%
White
38%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wauchula Elementary School's ranking?
Wauchula Elementary School is ranked #1739 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Wauchula Elementary School often compared to?
Wauchula Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hilltop Elementary School, Zolfo Springs Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Wauchula Elementary School?
599 students attend Wauchula Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Wauchula Elementary School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wauchula Elementary School?
Wauchula Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Wauchula Elementary School offer ?
Wauchula Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Wauchula Elementary School part of?
Wauchula Elementary School is part of Hardee School District.
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