Weeki Wachee High School is a Hernando County, Florida public school in Weeki Wachee, Florida. The school's teams compete as the Hornets. The school is located at 12150 Vespa Way.
Serving 1,402 students in grades 9-12, Weeki Wachee 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 27% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,402 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Weeki Wachee High School's student population of 1,402 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,402 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Year Founded
2010
Colors
Black, Green
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Learn It! Love It! Live It!
School Mascot
Hornet
School Rankings
Weeki Wachee High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Weeki Wachee High School is 0.53, 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
#2915 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
25%
37%
Black
6%
21%
White
64%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hornet
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Weeki Wachee High School's ranking?
Weeki Wachee High School is ranked #2915 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Weeki Wachee High School often compared to?
Weeki Wachee High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central High School, Frank W. Springstead High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Weeki Wachee High School?
The graduation rate of Weeki Wachee High School is 88%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Weeki Wachee High School?
1,402 students attend Weeki Wachee High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Weeki Wachee High School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Weeki Wachee High School?
Weeki Wachee High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Weeki Wachee High School offer ?
Weeki Wachee High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Weeki Wachee High School part of?
Weeki Wachee High School is part of Hernando School District.
School Calendar
View the Weeki Wachee High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Labor Day - Schools closed
September 01, 2025 (Monday)
Veterans Day - Schools closed
November 11, 2025 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
M.L. King Day - Schools closed
January 19, 2026 (Monday)
Presidents Day - Schools closed
February 16, 2026 (Monday)
School Reviews
4 3/24/2020
I am in love with the band and choir programs, as well as the science and math teachers. They are always there when you need them. While the student body may not always be the best at being there and being nice, the school is one of the best I've been too.
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