Serving 658 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wildwood Elementary School ranks in the top 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 47% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 658 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wildwood Elementary School's student population of 658 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
658 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Wildwood Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wildwood Elementary School is 0.72, which is more 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
#1688 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
22%
37%
Black
34%
21%
White
35%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sumter School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wildwood Elementary School's ranking?
Wildwood Elementary School is ranked #1688 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Wildwood Elementary School often compared to?
Wildwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Villages Charter School, Bushnell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Wildwood Elementary School?
658 students attend Wildwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Wildwood Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wildwood Elementary School?
Wildwood Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wildwood Elementary School offer ?
Wildwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wildwood Elementary School part of?
Wildwood Elementary School is part of Sumter School District.
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