Excellent
#471 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 12% in state
Wildwood Elementary School
Elementary School · SUMTER
300 HUEY ST, Wildwood, FL 34785
Enrollment
658
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
658
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#471 of 3,778
In Wildwood
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 9
SUMTER
Equity
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Wildwood Elementary School
Wildwood Elementary School is a public elementary school in Wildwood, FL, part of SUMTER. Wildwood Elementary School serves approximately 658 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Wildwood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #471 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Wildwood Elementary School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 7.1
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
48% of students at Wildwood 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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Wildwood Elementary School — Students at Wildwood Elementary School score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 29 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: 9.0/10.
How Wildwood Elementary School Compares
See how Wildwood 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
300 HUEY ST, Wildwood, FL 34785
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wildwood Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LAKE PANASOFFKEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Lake Panasoffkee), a more accessible option. Another option is THE VILLAGES ELEMENTARY OF LADY LAKE SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Lady Lake), a more accessible option. Additionally, CASA MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 8.2 miles away, in nearby Lady Lake), a more accessible option. For more schools in Wildwood, see our Wildwood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 34785 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,004
Median Home Value
$210,500
Median Rent
$1,082/mo
Population
17,895
College Educated
15.1%
Homeownership
67.4%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
15.6%
Median Age
44.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wildwood Elementary School
What grades does Wildwood Elementary School serve?
Wildwood Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Wildwood Elementary School?
Wildwood Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 658 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wildwood Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Wildwood Elementary School is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wildwood Elementary School rank in FL?
Wildwood Elementary School ranks #471 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Wildwood Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Wildwood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Wildwood Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wildwood Elementary School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Wildwood Elementary School a charter school?
No, Wildwood Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wildwood Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Wildwood Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wildwood Elementary School?
50.8% of students at Wildwood 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
- 658
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Sumter County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.2%
- Phone
- (352) 748-3353
Resources & Links
District
SUMTER- District Enrollment
- 9,598
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,326
- District Rank
- #1 of 9
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