Wewahitchka High School is located in Wewahitchka in Gulf County, Florida. The school's teams compete as the Gators and the school is located at 1 Gator Circle.
Serving 381 students in grades 7-12, Wewahitchka 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 34% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 381 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wewahitchka High School's student population of 381 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
381 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1969
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Motto
Guiding our students to make the world a better place!
School Rankings
Wewahitchka 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 Wewahitchka High School is 0.28, 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
#2802 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
37%
Black
11%
21%
White
84%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
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: Gators
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wewahitchka High School's ranking?
Wewahitchka High School is ranked #2802 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Wewahitchka High School often compared to?
Wewahitchka High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Port St. Joe High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wewahitchka High School?
The graduation rate of Wewahitchka High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Wewahitchka High School?
381 students attend Wewahitchka High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Wewahitchka High School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wewahitchka High School?
Wewahitchka High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wewahitchka High School offer ?
Wewahitchka High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wewahitchka High School part of?
Wewahitchka High School is part of Gulf School District.
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