Serving 68 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Washington Academy Of Varying Exceptionalities (Wave) ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (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 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 68 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington Academy Of Varying Exceptionalities (Wave) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Washington Academy Of Varying Exceptionalities (Wave)'s student population of 68 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
68 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Washington Academy Of Varying Exceptionalities (Wave) ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington Academy Of Varying Exceptionalities (Wave) is 0.47, 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
#631 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
37%
Black
10%
21%
White
71%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Washington Academy Of Varying Exceptionalities (Wave)'s ranking?
Washington Academy Of Varying Exceptionalities (Wave) is ranked #631 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Washington Academy Of Varying Exceptionalities (Wave) often compared to?
Washington Academy 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 52% FL state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Washington Academy Of Varying Exceptionalities (Wave)?
68 students attend Washington Academy Of Varying Exceptionalities (Wave).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Washington Academy Of Varying Exceptionalities (Wave) students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington Academy Of Varying Exceptionalities (Wave)?
Washington Academy Of Varying Exceptionalities (Wave) has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Washington Academy Of Varying Exceptionalities (Wave) offer ?
Washington Academy Of Varying Exceptionalities (Wave) offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington Academy Of Varying Exceptionalities (Wave) part of?
Washington Academy Of Varying Exceptionalities (Wave) is part of Washington School District.
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