Serving 264 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Walton Initiative For Success In Education (Wise) 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 264 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walton Initiative For Success In Education (Wise) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Walton Initiative For Success In Education (Wise)'s student population of 264 students has grown by 82% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 80% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
264 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Motto
We are E.P.I.C!
School Rankings
Walton Initiative For Success In Education (Wise) 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 Walton Initiative For Success In Education (Wise) is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3123 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
17%
38%
Black
9%
21%
White
64%
34%
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walton Initiative For Success In Education (Wise)'s ranking?
Walton Initiative For Success In Education (Wise) is ranked #3123 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Walton Initiative For Success In Education (Wise)?
The graduation rate of Walton Initiative For Success In Education (Wise) is 50%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Walton Initiative For Success In Education (Wise)?
264 students attend Walton Initiative For Success In Education (Wise).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Walton Initiative For Success In Education (Wise) students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walton Initiative For Success In Education (Wise)?
Walton Initiative For Success In Education (Wise) has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Walton Initiative For Success In Education (Wise) offer ?
Walton Initiative For Success In Education (Wise) offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Walton Initiative For Success In Education (Wise) part of?
Walton Initiative For Success In Education (Wise) is part of Walton School District.
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