Serving 897 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wellington Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 897 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wellington Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Wellington Elementary School's student population of 897 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
897 students
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Year Founded
1909
School Motto
Educate. Affirm. Inspire.
Average Class Size
999 students
School Rankings
Wellington Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wellington Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#679 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
30%
38%
Black
15%
21%
White
46%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wellington Elementary School's ranking?
Wellington Elementary School is ranked #679 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Wellington Elementary School?
897 students attend Wellington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Wellington Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wellington Elementary School?
Wellington Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wellington Elementary School offer ?
Wellington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wellington Elementary School part of?
Wellington Elementary School is part of Palm Beach School District.
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