Serving 52 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Wabasso 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 52 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wabasso School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Wabasso School's student population of 52 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
52 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Year Founded
1923
School Rankings
Wabasso 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 Wabasso School is 0.71, which is more 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
#3455 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
23%
38%
Black
35%
21%
White
34%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(19-20)<50%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Indian River School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wabasso Phoenix
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wabasso School's ranking?
Wabasso School is ranked #3455 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?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wabasso School?
The graduation rate of Wabasso School is 50%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 89%.
How many students attend Wabasso School?
52 students attend Wabasso School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Wabasso School students are Black, 34% of students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wabasso School?
Wabasso School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wabasso School offer ?
Wabasso School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wabasso School part of?
Wabasso School is part of Indian River School District.
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