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#99 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Top 7% of private schools

Wellington Preparatory School

School

9135 LAKE WORTH RD, Lake Worth, FL 33467

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on FL statewide data. Learn more

Enrollment

156

Student-Teacher

11.3:1

Score

7.9

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Lake Worth

#1 of 6

public schools

Florida schools

#54 of 694

About Wellington Preparatory School

Wellington Preparatory School serves 156 students from prekindergarten through 12th grade in Lake Worth, Florida. With just 14 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains an impressive 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio, allowing for more personalized attention in smaller class settings. The school has earned strong recognition with a 9.2 out of 10 MySchoolScout rating and ranks #390 out of 1,462 schools statewide, placing it in the 73rd percentile among Florida schools.

This performance reflects the school's commitment to academic excellence across its full PK-12 program. As a regular public school, Wellington Preparatory provides comprehensive education spanning the early childhood years through high school graduation. The relatively small enrollment creates an intimate learning environment where students can build close relationships with teachers and peers throughout their educational journey.

The school draws families from the surrounding 33467 ZIP code area, where the median household income of $83,238 and median home value of $376,700 reflect a stable, middle-to-upper-middle-class community. With 40% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher and a low poverty rate of 7.8%, the neighborhood demonstrates strong educational values. Wellington Preparatory School operates within this supportive large suburban community in Palm Beach County.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 156 students, Wellington Preparatory School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

As a private school, Wellington Preparatory School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Wellington Preparatory School compares to 16 public schools serving similar grades in Lake Worth, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio
11.3:1
This School
vs
16.9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
156
This School
vs
1,141
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.9
This School
vs
6.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 47.4% vs 0%
Asian 25% vs 0%
Hispanic 7.1% vs 0%
Black 1.3% vs 0%
Wellington Preparatory School Lake Worth Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Wellington Preparatory School (this school) 7.9
DISCOVERY KEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.0
WOODLANDS MIDDLE SCHOOL 5.5
PANTHER RUN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 8.2
CORAL REEF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.3
INDIAN PINES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.7
MANATEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.4
PARK VISTA COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL 5.8
RENAISSANCE CHARTER SCHOOL AT CENTRAL PALM 5.7
SOMERSET ACADEMY THE DR. BERNARD KIMMEL CAMPUS 5.6
HIDDEN OAKS K-8 8.3
LAKE WORTH COMMUNITY MIDDLE 4.5
LAKE WORTH HIGH SCHOOL 3.4
HIGHLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.6
BARTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 5.9
SOUTH GRADE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.6
NORTH GRADE K-8 8.0

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in FL.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B 6.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 8.9 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,302
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 9.4 / 10
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Diversity Index 67%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
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Enrollment 156
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in FL

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 47.4%
Asian 25.0%
Two or More 18.6%
Hispanic 7.1%
Black 1.3%
Native American 0.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

9135 LAKE WORTH RD, Lake Worth, FL 33467

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wellington Preparatory School may also want to explore other schools in the area. PANTHER RUN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is EQUESTRIAN TRAILS ELEMENTARY (rated 8.0/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Wellington), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ELBRIDGE GALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Wellington), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lake Worth, see our Lake Worth schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.9 mi
School Distance Rating
DISCOVERY KEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lake Worth 0.5 mi 7.0
EQUESTRIAN TRAILS ELEMENTARY Wellington 1.1 mi 8.0
RENAISSANCE CHARTER SCHOOL AT WELLINGTON Wellington 1.1 mi 4.6
WOODLANDS MIDDLE SCHOOL Lake Worth 1.2 mi 5.5
EMERALD COVE MIDDLE SCHOOL Wellington 1.3 mi 7.1
PANTHER RUN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lake Worth 1.5 mi 8.2
PALM BEACH SCHOOL FOR AUTISM Lake Worth Fl 2.1 mi 7.4
PALM BEACH CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Wellington 2.5 mi 4.5
FOREST TRAIL ACADEMY Wellington 2.5 mi
POLO PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL Wellington 2.7 mi 6.6
LIBERTY PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Greenacres 2.7 mi 7.2
SCORE AT THE TOP LEARNING CENTER - WELLINGTON Wellington 3.1 mi
CORAL REEF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lake Worth 3.1 mi 7.3
OKEEHEELEE MIDDLE SCHOOL Greenacres 3.1 mi 6.0
GOLIATH ACADEMY Lake Worth 3.0 mi 6.5
GOLIATH ACADEMY Greenacres 3.0 mi 6.1
MONTESSORI ACADEMYOF EARLY ENRICHMENT INC Greenacres 3.0 mi 5.1
ELBRIDGE GALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wellington 3.3 mi 8.0
EVERGLADES ELEMENTARY West Palm Beach 3.8 mi 7.5
CHOLEE LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Greenacres 3.9 mi 4.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33467 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$93,053

Median Home Value

$413,600

Median Rent

$1,975/mo

Population

56,447

College Educated

41.9%

Homeownership

86.6%

Avg Commute

30.9 min

Poverty Rate

7.5%

Median Age

49.5

Community Profile

The community surrounding Wellington Preparatory School has a median household income of $93,053. It is a well-educated community where 42% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $413,600, with a median rent of $1,975/month. The local poverty rate of 7.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
ACE ACADEMY SOUTH Florida City, FL 7.9
CORNERSTONE ACADEMY Gainesville, FL 7.9
ESCAMBIA VIRTUAL ACADEMY FRANCHISE Pensacola, FL 7.9
GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF ST. LUCIE COUNTY, INC Port St. Lucie, FL 7.9
GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT HOLLYWOOD BEACH Hollywood, FL 7.9
HOBE SOUND CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hobe Sound, FL 7.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wellington Preparatory School

What grades does Wellington Preparatory School serve?

Wellington Preparatory School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Wellington Preparatory School?

Wellington Preparatory School has an enrollment of approximately 156 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Wellington Preparatory School?

The student-teacher ratio at Wellington Preparatory School is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Wellington Preparatory School rank in FL?

Wellington Preparatory School is ranked #99 out of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Wellington Preparatory School's MySchoolScout rating?

Wellington Preparatory School has a composite rating of 7.9 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Wellington Preparatory School a private school?

Yes, Wellington Preparatory School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Wellington Preparatory School a religious school?

No, Wellington Preparatory School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
29 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
High (3,400/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Lake Worth). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
156
Gender Split
54% M / 46% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
186 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
PALM BEACH
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

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