Serving 64 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Wakulla Institute ranks in the top 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 <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%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 64 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wakulla Institute ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Wakulla Institute's student population of 64 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
64 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
Campus Size
20
School Motto
Empower all students to succeed.
School Rankings
Wakulla Institute 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 Wakulla Institute is 0.54, 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
#1819 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)
<50%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
8%
37%
Black
22%
21%
White
64%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wakulla Institute's ranking?
Wakulla Institute is ranked #1819 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 Wakulla Institute?
The graduation rate of Wakulla Institute is 50%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Wakulla Institute?
64 students attend Wakulla Institute.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Wakulla Institute students are White, 22% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wakulla Institute?
Wakulla Institute has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wakulla Institute offer ?
Wakulla Institute offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wakulla Institute part of?
Wakulla Institute is part of Wakulla School District.
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