Serving 576 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fred Wild Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 576 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fred Wild Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Fred Wild Elementary School's student population of 576 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
576 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Colors
Wildcats
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fred Wild Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fred Wild Elementary School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2473 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
38%
38%
Black
20%
21%
White
35%
34%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fred Wild Elementary School's ranking?
Fred Wild Elementary School is ranked #2473 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Fred Wild Elementary School often compared to?
Fred Wild Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cracker Trail Elementary School, Woodlawn Elementary School, Sun 'n Lake Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Fred Wild Elementary School?
576 students attend Fred Wild Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Fred Wild Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 20% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fred Wild Elementary School?
Fred Wild Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fred Wild Elementary School offer ?
Fred Wild Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fred Wild Elementary School part of?
Fred Wild Elementary School is part of Highlands School District.
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