Serving 3,022 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 33% (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 25:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,022 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: West Port High School serves the west part of Ocala, FL, covering an area of approximately 178.5 square miles. Most students live within a typical 15-20 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 12.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Port High School's student population of 3,022 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 120 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
3,022 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
120 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Port 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 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
#2466 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Hispanic
43%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Black
19%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
White
29%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Graduation Rate
85%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 25-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Teal, Silver
School Mascot
Wolfy
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Port High School's ranking?
West Port High School is ranked #2466 out of 3,662 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?
33% 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 85%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend West Port High School?
3,022 students attend West Port High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of West Port High School students are Hispanic, 29% 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 American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Port High School?
West Port High School has a student ration of 25:1, 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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