Serving 1,140 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wetherbee Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,140 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wetherbee Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Wetherbee Elementary School's student population of 1,140 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,140 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wetherbee Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wetherbee Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#745 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
68%
36%
Black
12%
21%
White
11%
36%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wetherbee Elementary School's ranking?
Wetherbee Elementary School is ranked #745 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Wetherbee Elementary School?
1,140 students attend Wetherbee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Wetherbee Elementary School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wetherbee Elementary School?
Wetherbee Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Wetherbee Elementary School offer ?
Wetherbee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Wetherbee Elementary School part of?
Wetherbee Elementary School is part of Orange School District.
School Reviews
5 9/10/2020
This school is beyond amazing! Our kids are thriving here. The principal is so dedicated to the school and each student. We love the staff, teachers, all the academic and extracurricular programs, the atmosphere and most importantly their efforts to really make learning a wonderful experience.
5 8/6/2019
I love this school, the teachers are great , the students so good, the building awesome
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