Wellington High School is a public school located in Wellington, Florida, in central Palm Beach County.
Serving 2,760 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 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,760 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- 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%)
- 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 2,760 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 142 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,760 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
142 teachers
Year Founded
1990
Colors
Blue & White
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. May 1, 2026
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 0.66, 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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
39%
37%
Black
12%
21%
White
42%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wolverine
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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 87%.
How many students attend Wellington High School?
2,760 students attend Wellington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Wellington High School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 12% 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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