Wekiva High School is a high school located in Apopka, Florida, United States. The school mascot is the mustang. The school colors are maroon, navy and gold. It was established in 2007 as a relief school for Apopka High School and Ocoee High School. Its principal since July 2023 is Kenisha Williams.
Serving 2,184 students in grades 9-12, Wekiva High 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 23% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,184 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wekiva High School's student population of 2,184 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 93 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,184 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
Year Founded
2007
Colors
Navy Blue, Maroon, Gold
Last Day of School
Wed. May 27, 2026
School Rankings
Wekiva High 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 Wekiva High School is 0.63, 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
#3332 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
32%
37%
Black
51%
21%
White
13%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustangs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wekiva High School's ranking?
Wekiva High School is ranked #3332 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Wekiva High School often compared to?
Wekiva High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Apopka High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wekiva High School?
The graduation rate of Wekiva High School is 95%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Wekiva High School?
2,184 students attend Wekiva High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Wekiva High School students are Black, 32% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wekiva High School?
Wekiva High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wekiva High School offer ?
Wekiva High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wekiva High School part of?
Wekiva High School is part of Orange School District.
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