Wakulla High School is the only public four year high school located in Wakulla County, Florida, United States. It is part of the Wakulla County Public Schools network.
Serving 1,386 students in grades 9-12, Wakulla 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 42% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,386 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 10% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wakulla High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Wakulla High School's student population of 1,386 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,386 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Year Founded
1967
Colors
White, Red
School Rankings
Wakulla 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 Wakulla High School is 0.39, 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
#2068 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
5%
37%
Black
12%
21%
White
77%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: War Eagle Mascot
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wakulla High School's ranking?
Wakulla High School is ranked #2068 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Wakulla High School often compared to?
Wakulla High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wakulla Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wakulla High School?
The graduation rate of Wakulla High School is 98%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Wakulla High School?
1,386 students attend Wakulla High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Wakulla High School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wakulla High School?
Wakulla High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wakulla High School offer ?
Wakulla High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wakulla High School part of?
Wakulla High School is part of Wakulla School District.
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