Top Rankings
Wakulla School District ranks among the top 20% of public school district in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Highest graduation rate (Top 5%)
For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 826 students in Wakulla School District. This district's average pre testing ranking is 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of public pre schools in Florida.
Public Preschools in Wakulla School District have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Florida public pre school average of 57%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 54% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public preschool average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Overview
This School District
This State (FL)
# Schools
15 Schools
1,902 Schools
# Students
5,134 Students
1,124,074 Students
# Teachers
303 Teachers
71,061 Teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
District Rank
Wakulla School District, which is ranked within the top 30% of all 73 school districts in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2021-2022 school year.
The school district's graduation rate of 97% has increased from 87% over five school years.
Overall District Rank
#17 out of 73 school districts
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.38
0.71
# American Indian Students
9 Students
2,515 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
n/a
# Asian Students
28 Students
28,808 Students
% Asian Students
1%
3%
# Hispanic Students
209 Students
409,820 Students
% Hispanic Students
4%
36%
# Black Students
551 Students
236,066 Students
% Black Students
11%
21%
# White Students
4,011 Students
392,557 Students
% White Students
78%
35%
# Hawaiian Students
9 Students
1,696 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
317 Students
52,612 Students
% of Two or more races Students
6%
5%
Students by Grade:
# Students in PK Grade:
270
64,349
# Students in K Grade:
387
154,392
# Students in 1st Grade:
416
161,963
# Students in 2nd Grade:
386
167,396
# Students in 3rd Grade:
435
171,016
# Students in 4th Grade:
379
167,752
# Students in 5th Grade:
330
159,415
# Students in 6th Grade:
374
27,337
# Students in 7th Grade:
388
19,963
# Students in 8th Grade:
337
19,106
# Students in 9th Grade:
398
2,380
# Students in 10th Grade:
393
2,273
# Students in 11th Grade:
348
2,437
# Students in 12th Grade:
293
4,295
# Ungraded Students:
-
-
District Revenue and Spending
The revenue/student of $10,541 in this school district is less than the state median of $11,962. The school district revenue/student has stayed relatively flat over four school years.
The school district's spending/student of $10,440 is less than the state median of $11,615. The school district spending/student has stayed relatively flat over four school years.
Total Revenue
$54 MM
$34,349 MM
Spending
$54 MM
$33,354 MM
Revenue / Student
$10,541
$11,962
Spending / Student
$10,440
$11,615
Best Wakulla School District Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Medart Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2558 Coastal Hwy
Crawfordville, FL 32327
(850) 962-4881
Crawfordville, FL 32327
(850) 962-4881
Grades: PK-5
| 413 students
Rank: #22.
Wakulla Coast Charter School Of Arts Science & Technology
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
48 Shell Island Road
Saint Marks, FL 32355
(850) 925-6344
Saint Marks, FL 32355
(850) 925-6344
Grades: PK-8
| 165 students
Rank: n/an/a
87 Andrew J Hargrett Sr Rd
Crawfordville, FL 32327
(850) 926-8111
Crawfordville, FL 32327
(850) 926-8111
Grades: PK
| 248 students
Rank: n/an/a
69 Arran Rd
Crawfordville, FL 32326
(850) 926-0065
Crawfordville, FL 32326
(850) 926-0065
Grades: PK
| n/a students
Recent Articles
What Is A Charter School?
Explore the world of charter schools in this comprehensive guide. Learn about their history, how they operate, and the pros and cons of this educational innovation. Discover key facts about charter schools, including admission policies, demographics, and funding, as well as what to look for when considering a charter school for your child.
10 Reasons Why High School Sports Benefit Students
Discover the 10 compelling reasons why high school sports are beneficial for students. This comprehensive article explores how athletics enhance academic performance, foster personal growth, and develop crucial life skills. From improved fitness and time management to leadership development and community representation, learn why participating in high school sports can be a game-changer for students' overall success and well-being.
February 05, 2025
Understanding the U.S. Department of Education: Structure, Impact, and EvolutionWe explore how the Department of Education shapes American education, from its cabinet-level leadership to its impact on millions of students, written for general audiences seeking clarity on this vital institution.
