Very Good
#1150 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 30% in state
North Wauchula Elementary School
Elementary School · HARDEE
1120 N FLORIDA AVE, Wauchula, FL 33873
Enrollment
545
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
545
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,150 of 3,778
In Wauchula
#1 of 7
public schools
In district
#2 of 9
HARDEE
School environment
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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About North Wauchula Elementary School
North Wauchula Elementary School is a public elementary school in Wauchula, FL, part of HARDEE. North Wauchula Elementary School serves approximately 545 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. North Wauchula Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,150 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for North Wauchula Elementary School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at North Wauchula Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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North Wauchula Elementary School — Students at North Wauchula Elementary School score 45% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
66.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 33 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.8/10.
How North Wauchula Elementary School Compares
See how North Wauchula Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1120 N FLORIDA AVE, Wauchula, FL 33873
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering North Wauchula Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SUN 'N LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 18.7 miles away, in nearby Sebring), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ZOLFO SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Zolfo Springs), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, WAUCHULA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Wauchula, see our Wauchula schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 22.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HARDEE VIRTUAL FRANCHISE Wauchula | 0.2 mi | 5.5 |
| PIONEER CAREER ACADEMY Wauchula | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| WAUCHULA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wauchula | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| ALANE ACADEMY Wauchula | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| HARDEE JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Wauchula | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
| HILLTOP ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wauchula | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| HARDEE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Wauchula | 2.5 mi | 5.5 |
| ZOLFO SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Zolfo Springs | 4.9 mi | 7.7 |
| BOWLING GREEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bowling Green | 5.2 mi | 7.2 |
| LAKESIDE NEUROLOGIC Wauchula | 6.3 mi | — |
| LEWIS ANNA WOODBURY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Meade | 12.7 mi | 6.8 |
| FORT MEADE MIDDLE/SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Fort Meade | 14.0 mi | 6.7 |
| CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Avon Park | 18.4 mi | 6.9 |
| WALKER MEMORIAL ACADEMY Avon Park | 18.4 mi | 7.3 |
| SUN 'N LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sebring | 18.7 mi | 7.9 |
| HILL-GUSTAT MIDDLE SCHOOL Sebring | 18.7 mi | 5.1 |
| AVON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Avon Park | 19.0 mi | 5.7 |
| HOSPITAL HOMEBOUND Bartow | 21.8 mi | 4.5 |
| AVON PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL Avon Park | 19.4 mi | 6.2 |
| POLK HALFWAY HOUSE Bartow | 22.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33873 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,311
Median Home Value
$128,500
Median Rent
$944/mo
Population
14,162
College Educated
14.2%
Homeownership
70.1%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
27.3%
Median Age
36.7
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|---|---|
| AVALON ELEMENTARY Orlando, FL | 7.3 |
| BARDMOOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Seminole, FL | 7.3 |
| CANNELLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa, FL | 7.3 |
| CRAWFORDVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Crawfordville, FL | 7.3 |
| CREATIVE INSPIRATION JOURNEY SCHOOL OF ST CLOUD St. Cloud, FL | 7.3 |
| DISCOVERY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sunrise, FL | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about North Wauchula Elementary School
What grades does North Wauchula Elementary School serve?
North Wauchula Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend North Wauchula Elementary School?
North Wauchula Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 545 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at North Wauchula Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at North Wauchula Elementary School is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does North Wauchula Elementary School rank in FL?
North Wauchula Elementary School ranks #1,150 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is North Wauchula Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
North Wauchula Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at North Wauchula Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, North Wauchula Elementary School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is North Wauchula Elementary School a charter school?
No, North Wauchula Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is North Wauchula Elementary School a Title I school?
No, North Wauchula Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North Wauchula Elementary School?
66.6% of students at North Wauchula Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 545
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 66.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Hardee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.6%
- Phone
- (863) 773-2183
Resources & Links
District
HARDEE- District Enrollment
- 4,725
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,932
- District Rank
- #2 of 9
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