Serving 1,409 students in grades 9-12, Wakulla High 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 42% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,409 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 20% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wakulla High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Wakulla High School's student population of 1,409 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,409 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wakulla High 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 Wakulla High School is 0.35, 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
#1854 out of 3655 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
36%
Black
9%
21%
White
80%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wakulla High School's ranking?
Wakulla High School is ranked #1854 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Wakulla High School often compared to?
Wakulla High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wakulla Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wakulla High School?
The graduation rate of Wakulla High School is 96%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 89%.
How many students attend Wakulla High School?
1,409 students attend Wakulla High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Wakulla High School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wakulla High School?
Wakulla High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Wakulla High School offer ?
Wakulla High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Wakulla High School part of?
Wakulla High School is part of Wakulla School District.
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