Serving 438 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wilkinson Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% 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: 438 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wilkinson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Wilkinson Elementary School's student population of 438 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
438 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wilkinson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wilkinson Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#2118 out of 3655 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
35%
36%
Black
13%
21%
White
43%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilkinson Elementary School's ranking?
Wilkinson Elementary School is ranked #2118 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Wilkinson Elementary School often compared to?
Wilkinson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ashton Elementary School, Gulf Gate Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Wilkinson Elementary School?
438 students attend Wilkinson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Wilkinson Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wilkinson Elementary School?
Wilkinson Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Wilkinson Elementary School offer ?
Wilkinson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Wilkinson Elementary School part of?
Wilkinson Elementary School is part of Sarasota School District.
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