Very Good
#1231 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 33% in state
Wauchula Elementary School
Elementary School · HARDEE
400 S FLORIDA AVE, Wauchula, FL 33873
Enrollment
572
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
572
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,231 of 3,778
In Wauchula
#2 of 7
public schools
In district
#4 of 9
HARDEE
Equity
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Wauchula Elementary School
Wauchula Elementary School is a public elementary school in Wauchula, FL, part of HARDEE. Wauchula Elementary School serves approximately 572 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Wauchula Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,231 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Wauchula Elementary School show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at 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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Wauchula Elementary School — Students at Wauchula Elementary School score 59% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 6.4/10.
How Wauchula Elementary School Compares
See how 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
400 S FLORIDA AVE, Wauchula, FL 33873
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wauchula Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SUN 'N LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 18.8 miles away, in nearby Sebring), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ZOLFO SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Zolfo Springs), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, NORTH WAUCHULA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 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 |
|---|---|---|
| PIONEER CAREER ACADEMY Wauchula | 0.2 mi | 4.5 |
| HARDEE VIRTUAL FRANCHISE Wauchula | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| ALANE ACADEMY Wauchula | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| NORTH WAUCHULA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wauchula | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| HARDEE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Wauchula | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| HARDEE JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Wauchula | 3.0 mi | 6.1 |
| HILLTOP ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wauchula | 3.0 mi | 5.4 |
| ZOLFO SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Zolfo Springs | 3.8 mi | 7.7 |
| BOWLING GREEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bowling Green | 6.5 mi | 7.2 |
| LAKESIDE NEUROLOGIC Wauchula | 5.8 mi | — |
| LEWIS ANNA WOODBURY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Meade | 14.0 mi | 6.8 |
| FORT MEADE MIDDLE/SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Fort Meade | 15.3 mi | 6.7 |
| HILL-GUSTAT MIDDLE SCHOOL Sebring | 18.7 mi | 5.1 |
| CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Avon Park | 18.9 mi | 6.9 |
| WALKER MEMORIAL ACADEMY Avon Park | 18.9 mi | 7.3 |
| SUN 'N LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sebring | 18.8 mi | 7.9 |
| AVON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Avon Park | 19.4 mi | 5.7 |
| DESOTO COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL Arcadia | 22.1 mi | 4.5 |
| DESOTO MIDDLE SCHOOL Arcadia | 22.1 mi | 3.8 |
| DESOTO SECONDARY SCHOOL Arcadia | 22.1 mi | 4.4 |
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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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ADDIE R. LEWIS SCHOOL Valparaiso, FL | 7.2 |
| ALLAMANDA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palm Beach Gardens, FL | 7.2 |
| AMELIA EARHART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hialeah, FL | 7.2 |
| BRIDGEPREP ACADEMY OF NORTH MIAMI BEACH North Miami Beach, FL | 7.2 |
| BRYAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plant City, FL | 7.2 |
| CHAPEL TRAIL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pembroke Pines, FL | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wauchula Elementary School
What grades does Wauchula Elementary School serve?
Wauchula Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Wauchula Elementary School?
Wauchula Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 572 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wauchula Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Wauchula Elementary School is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wauchula Elementary School rank in FL?
Wauchula Elementary School ranks #1,231 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Wauchula Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Wauchula Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Wauchula Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wauchula Elementary School has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Wauchula Elementary School a charter school?
No, Wauchula Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wauchula Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Wauchula Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wauchula Elementary School?
65.0% of students at 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
- 572
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Hardee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.4%
- Phone
- (863) 773-3141
Resources & Links
District
HARDEE- District Enrollment
- 4,725
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,932
- District Rank
- #4 of 9
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