West Port High School is an American high school in Ocala, Florida and one of eight public high schools in Marion County. Founded in 2000 and built at 3733 SW 80th Avenue, it is the district high school for West Ocala. The campus formerly housed both West Port Middle and High Schools.
Serving 2,997 students in grades 9-12, West Port 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 35% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,997 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Port High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
West Port High School's student population of 2,997 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 109 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,997 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
109 teachers
Year Founded
2000
Colors
Black, Teal, Silver
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Port High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Port High School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2421 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
41%
37%
Black
19%
21%
White
31%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
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: Wolfy
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Port High School's ranking?
West Port High School is ranked #2421 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are West Port High School often compared to?
West Port High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Forest High School, Vanguard High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Port High School?
The graduation rate of West Port High School is 92%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend West Port High School?
2,997 students attend West Port High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of West Port High School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 19% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Port High School?
West Port High School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Port High School offer ?
West Port High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Port High School part of?
West Port High School is part of Marion School District.
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