Serving 64 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Washington Of Varying Exceptionalities (Wave) ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 64 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington Of Varying Exceptionalities (Wave) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Washington Of Varying Exceptionalities (Wave)'s student population of 64 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
64 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Washington Of Varying Exceptionalities (Wave) ranks within the top 20% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington Of Varying Exceptionalities (Wave) 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
#430 out of 3655 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
9%
36%
Black
8%
21%
White
72%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
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 Washington Of Varying Exceptionalities (Wave)'s ranking?
Washington Of Varying Exceptionalities (Wave) is ranked #430 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Washington Of Varying Exceptionalities (Wave) often compared to?
Washington Of Varying Exceptionalities (Wave)is often viewed alongside schools like Gadsden Central Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Washington Of Varying Exceptionalities (Wave)?
64 students attend Washington Of Varying Exceptionalities (Wave).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Washington Of Varying Exceptionalities (Wave) students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington Of Varying Exceptionalities (Wave)?
Washington Of Varying Exceptionalities (Wave) has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Washington Of Varying Exceptionalities (Wave) offer ?
Washington Of Varying Exceptionalities (Wave) offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Washington Of Varying Exceptionalities (Wave) part of?
Washington Of Varying Exceptionalities (Wave) is part of Washington School District.
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