Serving 52 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Hardee Virtual Franchise 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 ≥50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 52 students
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Hardee Virtual Franchise encompasses the entire school district in Wauchula, FL, covering approximately 638.3 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 13.4 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest edge located 21.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hardee Virtual Franchise's student population of 52 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
52 students
Total Classroom Teachers (11-12)
9 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hardee Virtual Franchise ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hardee Virtual Franchise is 0.46, 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
#1755 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-59%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
25%
38%
Black
4%
21%
White
69%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.7%
33.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hardee Virtual Franchise's ranking?
Hardee Virtual Franchise is ranked #1755 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hardee Virtual Franchise?
The graduation rate of Hardee Virtual Franchise is 50%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Hardee Virtual Franchise?
52 students attend Hardee Virtual Franchise.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Hardee Virtual Franchise students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Hardee Virtual Franchise offer ?
Hardee Virtual Franchise offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Hardee Virtual Franchise part of?
Hardee Virtual Franchise is part of Hardee School District.
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