WEKIVA HIGH SCHOOL
WEKIVA HIGH is a Title I public high school that is part of the ORANGE school district, located in APOPKA, FL with about 2,164 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 108 teachers, WEKIVA HIGH has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
WEKIVA HIGH School, located in Apopka, Florida, is a prominent member of the Orange County Public Schools (OCPS) district. Serving a diverse student population, the school is known for its comprehensive academic curriculum and its commitment to fostering a supportive learning environment. The school’s campus serves as a central hub for the surrounding community, emphasizing not only academic excellence but also the development of well-rounded students through a variety of extracurricular activities and specialized programs.
Beyond its standard coursework, WEKIVA HIGH offers a range of opportunities designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, including advanced placement (AP) courses, career and technical education (CTE) pathways, and robust athletic and arts programs. The school prides itself on its "Mustang" spirit, encouraging student engagement through various clubs, service organizations, and competitive sports. By maintaining a focus on both scholastic achievement and personal growth, WEKIVA HIGH strives to equip its graduates with the skills and character needed to excel in college, the workforce, and their future communities.
For more information, contact WEKIVA HIGH at (407) 297-4900 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
APOPKA, FL 32703-2608
(407) 297-4900
http://wekivahs.ocps.net/
WEKIVA HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in APOPKA, FL with about 2,164 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Florida
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- Magnet school:
- Yes
- District:
- ORANGE
- Total Students:
- 2,164
- Teachers:
- 108
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Provision 2
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide eligible school-No program
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 2,164 students
- Black or African American
- 44.5%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 28.3%
- White
- 20.7%
- Two or more races
- 3.7%
- Asian
- 2.0%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.4%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.4%
- Female
- 48.7%
- Male
- 51.3%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.