Wesley Chapel High School is a public high school in Wesley Chapel, Florida, United States. It is part of the Pasco County Schools district. The school opened on August 16, 1999. As of 2019, it is ranked 186th in Florida and 3,757th nationally. The graduation rate lists at 91%.
Serving 1,886 students in grades 9-12, Wesley Chapel 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 39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,886 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wesley Chapel High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Wesley Chapel High School's student population of 1,886 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,886 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Year Founded
1999
Colors
White, Blue, Navy Blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wesley Chapel 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 Wesley Chapel High 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
#2056 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
34%
37%
Black
17%
21%
White
38%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcat
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wesley Chapel High School's ranking?
Wesley Chapel High School is ranked #2056 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Wesley Chapel High School often compared to?
Wesley Chapel High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wiregrass Ranch High School, Cypress Creek High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wesley Chapel High School?
The graduation rate of Wesley Chapel High School is 93%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Wesley Chapel High School?
1,886 students attend Wesley Chapel High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Wesley Chapel High School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wesley Chapel High School?
Wesley Chapel High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wesley Chapel High School offer ?
Wesley Chapel High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wesley Chapel High School part of?
Wesley Chapel High School is part of Pasco School District.
In what neighborhood is Wesley Chapel High School located?
Wesley Chapel High School is located in the Wesley Chapel South neighborhood of Wesley Chapel, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in Wesley Chapel South.
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