Serving 2,114 students in grades 9-12, Wiregrass Ranch High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (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 22:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,114 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wiregrass Ranch High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Wiregrass Ranch High School's student population of 2,114 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 95 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,114 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
95 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wiregrass Ranch High 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 Wiregrass Ranch High School is 0.68, 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
#804 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
3%
Hispanic
28%
37%
Black
11%
21%
White
47%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wiregrass Ranch High School's ranking?
Wiregrass Ranch High School is ranked #804 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Wiregrass Ranch High School often compared to?
Wiregrass Ranch High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cypress Creek High School, Wesley Chapel High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% 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 Wiregrass Ranch High School?
The graduation rate of Wiregrass Ranch High School is 95%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Wiregrass Ranch High School?
2,114 students attend Wiregrass Ranch High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Wiregrass Ranch High School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wiregrass Ranch High School?
Wiregrass Ranch High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wiregrass Ranch High School offer ?
Wiregrass Ranch High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Wiregrass Ranch High School part of?
Wiregrass Ranch High School is part of Pasco School District.
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