Serving 1,013 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wetherbee Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher 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 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,013 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wetherbee Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Wetherbee Elementary School's student population of 1,013 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,013 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wetherbee Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wetherbee Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#745 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
3%
Hispanic
64%
37%
Black
13%
21%
White
11%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wetherbee Elementary School's ranking?
Wetherbee Elementary School is ranked #745 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Wetherbee Elementary School?
1,013 students attend Wetherbee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Wetherbee Elementary School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, 11% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wetherbee Elementary School?
Wetherbee Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wetherbee Elementary School offer ?
Wetherbee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Wetherbee Elementary School part of?
Wetherbee Elementary School is part of Orange School District.
School Calendar
View the Wetherbee Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Presidents' Day/Teacher Non-Work Day Schools Closed/District Offices Open
February 17, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break Schools Closed/District Offices Open
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
End of Fourth Marking Period/ Last Day of School
May 28, 2025 (Wednesday)
School Reviews
5 9/10/2020
This school is beyond amazing! Our kids are thriving here. The principal is so dedicated to the school and each student. We love the staff, teachers, all the academic and extracurricular programs, the atmosphere and most importantly their efforts to really make learning a wonderful experience.
5 8/6/2019
I love this school, the teachers are great , the students so good, the building awesome
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