Somerset Academy Wellington K-8

Summary:

Somerset Academy Wellington K-8 is a public charter school serving 464 students in grades K-8 in Wellington, Florida, which is part of the Palm Beach school district. The school has a diverse student population, with a higher percentage of Hispanic (40.52%) and African American (21.55%) students compared to nearby schools. However, Somerset Academy Wellington K-8 has faced several challenges, including a significant increase in chronic absenteeism, underperformance on standardized tests, and a relatively high percentage of economically disadvantaged students.

The school's test scores generally lag behind the district and state averages across various subject areas and grade levels. For example, in 2023-2024, the school's proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Math were lower than the district and state in most grades. Additionally, the school's statewide ranking has dropped significantly, from 661 out of 2,240 Florida elementary schools in 2022-2023 to 1,746 out of 2,256 in 2023-2024, with a corresponding decrease in its SchoolDigger rating from 4 stars to 1 star. When compared to nearby schools, such as Binks Forest Elementary, Panther Run Elementary, and Western Academy Charter School, Somerset Academy Wellington K-8 generally underperforms in terms of test scores, school rankings, and other key metrics.

The school's high chronic absenteeism rate, relatively high percentage of economically disadvantaged students, and inconsistent test score performance may be contributing to its declining ranking and overall academic performance. While the school faces several challenges, the insights provided suggest the need for further analysis and targeted interventions to improve student outcomes at Somerset Academy Wellington K-8.

Detail:

Public, Charter K-8

1000 Wellington Trace
Wellington, FL 33414

(305) 669-2906

District: Palm Beach

SchoolDigger Rank:
1746^th of 2,256 Florida Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures: $10,584

Student/teacher ratio: 30.2

Number of students: 464

Racial breakdown:

Hispanic:

40.5%

White:

32.8%

African American:

21.6%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 57.3%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details Somerset Academy Wellington K-8 ranks worse than 77.4% of elementary schools in Florida. It also ranks 91^st among 128 ranked elementary schools in the Palm Beach School District. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 25.73. (See more...)

Compare Details Somerset Academy Wellington K-8 ranks worse than 76.3% of middle schools in Florida. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 26.07. (See more...)

Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.

Student Body

Compare Details Student population at Somerset Academy Wellington K-8 is diverse. Racial makeup is: Hispanic (40.5%), White (32.8%), African American (21.6%). (See more...)

Compare Details 57.3% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)

Teachers

Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Somerset Academy Wellington K-8 is 30.2. 128 elementary schools in the Palm Beach School District have better student/teacher ratios. (See more...)

Compare Somerset Academy Wellington K-8 employs 15.3 full-time teachers.

Finance

Compare Details The average total spent per student at Somerset Academy Wellington K-8 is $10,584. 121 elementary schools in the Palm Beach School District spend more per student.

Schooldigger Rankings:

Somerset Academy Wellington K-8 was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.

SchoolDigger ranks Somerset Academy Wellington K-8 913^th of 1196 Florida public middle schools. (See Somerset Academy Wellington K-8 in the ranking list.)

Palm Beach:

SchoolDigger ranks Palm Beach 41^st of 68 Florida school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Somerset Academy Wellington K-8

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Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	FL State Percentile
2021	42.07	1263^rd	2247	43.8%
2022	48.65	1098^th	2219	50.5%
2023	68.00	661^st	2240	70.5%
2024	25.73	1746^th	2256	22.6%

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Data source: test scores: Florida Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

Rank History for Somerset Academy Wellington K-8

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Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	FL State Percentile
2021	50.26	555^th	1136	51.1%
2022	38.23	700^th	1148	39.0%
2023	70.01	326^th	1177	72.3%
2024	26.07	913^th	1196	23.7%

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Data source: test scores: Florida Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

Data source: Florida Department of Education

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Enrollment information for Somerset Academy Wellington K-8

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Total
2020	21	17	0	30	1	0	1	70
2021	101	32	0	75	1	1	3	213
2022	139	67	3	127	1	1	9	347
2023	152	100	4	188	1	2	17	464

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Somerset Academy Wellington K-8

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2020	70	4.0	17.5	58.6
2021	213	8.1	26.0	58.2
2022	347	16.5	20.9	55.6
2023	464	15.3	30.2	57.3

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Somerset Academy Wellington K-8

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2020	70	4.0	17.5	58.6
2021	213	8.1	26.0	58.2
2022	347	16.5	20.9	55.6
2023	464	15.3	30.2	57.3

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Somerset Academy Wellington K-8

Year	Expenditures from Federal Funds	Expenditures from State and Local Funds	Total Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2021	$2,458 (22.9%)	$8,269 (77.1%)	$10,727
2022	$493 (5.9%)	$7,908 (94.1%)	$8,401
2023	$470 (4.4%)	$10,113 (95.5%)	$10,584

Data source: Florida Department of Education

Schools Near Somerset Academy Wellington K-8

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2024)				Ranking (2023)				FAST English Language Arts (2024)						FAST Math (2024)						Statewide Science Science (2024)		EOC Algebra 1 (2024)	EOC Geometry (2024)	EOC Biology 1 (2024)	EOC Civics (2024)	Per Pupil Expenditures (2023)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2024)	Statewide Rank (2024)	State Percentile (2024)	SchoolDigger Rating (2024)	Average Standard Score (2023)	Statewide Rank (2023)	State Percentile (2023)	Rank Change from Previous Year	FAST English Language Arts 3rd Grade	FAST English Language Arts 4th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 5th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 6th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 7th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 8th Grade	FAST Math 3rd Grade	FAST Math 4th Grade	FAST Math 5th Grade	FAST Math 6th Grade	FAST Math 7th Grade	FAST Math 8th Grade	Statewide Science Science 5th Grade	Statewide Science Science 8th Grade	EOC Algebra 1 End of Course	EOC Geometry End of Course	EOC Biology 1 End of Course	EOC Civics End of Course	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Somerset Academy Wellington K-8	Public, Charter	K-8	1000 Wellington Trace	Wellington	33414	Palm Beach County	Palm Beach	Yes	No	No	Yes	(305) 669-2906	464	15	30.2	57.3%	152 (32.8%)	100 (21.6%)	188 (40.5%)	4 (0.9%)	1 (0.2%)	2 (0.4%)	17 (3.7%)	25.7	1746^th of 2256 public elementary schools	22.6%		68	661^st of 2240 public elementary schools	70.5%	1085	44.0	54.0	40.0	53.0	33.0	42.0	44.0	40.0	36.0	23.0	39.0	24.0	29.0	22.0	50.0			54.0	$10,584	$470	$10,113
Elbridge Gale Elementary School	Public, Magnet	PK, KG-5	1915 Royal Fern Dr	Wellington	33414	Palm Beach County	Palm Beach	No	Yes	No	Yes	(561) 422-9300	915	53	17.3	39.6%	340 (37.2%)	145 (15.8%)	326 (35.6%)	57 (6.2%)	1 (0.1%)	1 (0.1%)	45 (4.9%)	85.2	297^th of 2256 public elementary schools	86.8%		86.6	252^nd of 2240 public elementary schools	88.8%	45	68.0	77.0	76.0				65.0	73.0	86.0	100.0			72.0						$12,685	$1,347	$11,339
Western Academy Charter School	Public, Charter	K-8	12031 Southern Blvd	Royal Palm Beach	33470	Palm Beach County	Palm Beach	Yes	No	No	Yes	(561) 792-4123	576	34	16.7	30.0%	251 (43.6%)	101 (17.5%)	161 (28.0%)	35 (6.1%)	6 (1.0%)	0 (0.0%)	22 (3.8%)	88.9	212^th of 2256 public elementary schools	90.6%		89.2	190^th of 2240 public elementary schools	91.5%	22	88.0	70.0	80.0	88.0	83.0	67.0	83.0	63.0	72.0	98.0	91.0	92.0	71.0	75.0	100.0	100.0		90.0	$10,832	$1,008	$9,823
Wellington Elementary School	Public, Magnet	PK, KG-5	13000 Paddock Dr	Wellington	33414	Palm Beach County	Palm Beach	No	Yes	No	Yes	(561) 651-0600	950	57	16.6	37.5%	414 (43.6%)	122 (12.8%)	340 (35.8%)	27 (2.8%)	6 (0.6%)	0 (0.0%)	41 (4.3%)	74.8	531^st of 2256 public elementary schools	76.5%		74	528^th of 2240 public elementary schools	76.4%	3	66.0	58.0	72.0				66.0	57.0	74.0	100.0			67.0						$12,036	$1,212	$10,825
Cypress Trails Elementary School	Public, Magnet	PK, KG-5	133 Park Rd N	Royal Palm Beach	33411	Palm Beach County	Palm Beach	No	Yes	No	Yes	(561) 904-9000	492	33	14.9	53.3%	131 (26.6%)	106 (21.5%)	208 (42.3%)	20 (4.1%)	3 (0.6%)	2 (0.4%)	22 (4.5%)	71.9	595^th of 2256 public elementary schools	73.6%		65.7	721^st of 2240 public elementary schools	67.8%	126	69.0	59.0	65.0				68.0	46.0	77.0	100.0			64.0						$13,728	$1,581	$12,147
New Horizons Elementary School	Public, Magnet	PK, KG-7	13900 Greenbriar Blvd	Wellington	33414	Palm Beach County	Palm Beach	No	Yes	No	Yes	(561) 651-0500	727	51	14.3	45.1%	121 (16.6%)	90 (12.4%)	486 (66.9%)	11 (1.5%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	19 (2.6%)	47.7	1153^rd of 2256 public elementary schools	48.9%		54.9	974^th of 2240 public elementary schools	56.5%	179	58.0	57.0	56.0				57.0	10.0	37.0	100.0			51.0						$14,378	$2,019	$12,359
Royal Palm Beach Elementary School	Public	K-5	11911 Okeechobee Blvd	Royal Palm Beach	33411	Palm Beach County	Palm Beach	No	No	No	Yes	(561) 633-4400	662	49	13.5	40.5%	205 (31.0%)	163 (24.6%)	229 (34.6%)	33 (5.0%)	3 (0.5%)	1 (0.2%)	28 (4.2%)	72.2	588^th of 2256 public elementary schools	73.9%		70	629^th of 2240 public elementary schools	71.9%	41	64.0	58.0	69.0				67.0	48.0	73.0	100.0			68.0						$14,122	$1,053	$13,069
Binks Forest Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	15101 Bent Creek Rd	Wellington	33414	Palm Beach County	Palm Beach	No	No	No	No	(561) 904-9800	1,147	62	18.5	17.7%	593 (51.7%)	68 (5.9%)	383 (33.4%)	44 (3.8%)	5 (0.4%)	1 (0.1%)	53 (4.6%)	91.3	135^th of 2256 public elementary schools	94.0%		91.4	130^th of 2240 public elementary schools	94.2%	5	86.0	80.0	82.0				83.0	72.0	77.0				76.0						$11,527	$974	$10,552
Renaissance Charter School At Wellington	Public, Charter	K-8	3200 S State Road 7	Wellington	33414	Palm Beach County	Palm Beach	Yes	No	No	Yes	(561) 472-5412	713	29	24.5	50.5%	105 (14.7%)	239 (33.5%)	320 (44.9%)	18 (2.5%)	8 (1.1%)	1 (0.1%)	22 (3.1%)	43.3	1259^th of 2256 public elementary schools	44.2%		59.2	862^nd of 2240 public elementary schools	61.5%	397	51.0	56.0	51.0	57.0	47.0	52.0	56.0	45.0	17.0	49.0	56.0	26.0	57.0	47.0	63.0	87.0	92.0	66.0	$10,913	$1,007	$9,907
Equestrian Trails Elementary	Public, Magnet	PK, KG-5	9720 Stribling Way	Wellington	33414	Palm Beach County	Palm Beach	No	Yes	No	No	(561) 904-9600	843	52	16.2	20.3%	366 (43.4%)	97 (11.5%)	219 (26.0%)	124 (14.7%)	1 (0.1%)	0 (0.0%)	36 (4.3%)	94.3	64^th of 2256 public elementary schools	97.2%		94.3	56^th of 2240 public elementary schools	97.5%	8	83.0	81.0	80.0				93.0	78.0	81.0	100.0			83.0						$12,990	$1,275	$11,715

Frequently Asked Questions about Somerset Academy Wellington K-8

What is the racial makeup of Somerset Academy Wellington K-8?

Students at Somerset Academy Wellington K-8 are 41% Hispanic, 33% White, 22% African American, 4% Two or more races.

Is Somerset Academy Wellington K-8 a good school?

Somerset Academy Wellington K-8 ranks in the bottom 22.6% of Florida elementary schools.

What district is Somerset Academy Wellington K-8 in?

Palm Beach

How many students attend Somerset Academy Wellington K-8?

In the 2022-23 school year, 464 students attended Somerset Academy Wellington K-8.

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