Wellington High School is a public school located in Wellington, Florida, in central Palm Beach County.
Serving 2,689 students in grades 9-12, Wellington High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,689 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 10% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Wellington High School serves the eastern part of Wellington, FL, covering an attendance area of approximately 76.1 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 5.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wellington High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Wellington High School's student population of 2,689 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 145 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,689 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
145 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1990
School Calendar
School Motto
'Educate. Affirm. Inspire.'
School Rankings
Wellington High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wellington High School is 0.67, 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
#1028 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
40%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
40%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
98%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue & White
School Mascot
Wolverine
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wellington High School's ranking?
Wellington High School is ranked #1028 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Wellington High School often compared to?
Wellington High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Palm Beach Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wellington High School?
The graduation rate of Wellington High School is 98%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend Wellington High School?
2,689 students attend Wellington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Wellington High School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wellington High School?
Wellington High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wellington High School offer ?
Wellington High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wellington High School part of?
Wellington High School is part of Palm Beach School District.
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