Top 5 Best 32435 Florida Public Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 1,785 students in 32435, FL (there are 2 private schools, serving 62 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 32435, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
The top ranked public schools in 32435, FL are West Defuniak Elementary School, Walton Virtual Franchise and Walton Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 32435 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Florida public school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 32435, FL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).

Best 32435, FL Public Schools (2024)

School (Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
West Defuniak Elementary School
Math: 67% | Reading: 57%
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
815 Lincoln Ave
Defuniak Springs, FL 32435
(850) 892-1250
Grades: K-5
| 695 students
Rank: #22.
Walton Virtual Franchise
Math: 40-44% | Reading: 65-69%
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
145 S Park St
Defuniak Springs, FL 32435
(850) 892-1100
Grades: 6-12
| 47 students
Rank: #33.
Walton Middle School
Math: 51% | Reading: 50%
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
605 Bruce Ave
Defuniak Springs, FL 32435
(850) 892-1281
Grades: 6-8
| 805 students
Rank: #44.
Walton Learning Center
Alternative School
Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%
(2018-2019 School Year Data)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
286 Gene Hurley Rd
Defuniak Springs, FL 32435
(850) 520-4656
Grades: 6-12
| 23 students
Rank: #55.
Walton Virtual School Wcsd
Math: 11-19% | Reading: 50-59%
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
145 S Park St
Defuniak Springs, FL 32435
(850) 892-1100
Grades: K-12
| 22 students
Rank: #66.
Walton Inc.
Alternative School
Charter School
Math: ≤10% | Reading: 15-19%
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
389 Dorsey Ave
Defuniak Springs, FL 32435
(850) 892-3999
Grades: 5-12
| 190 students
Rank: n/an/a
Walton County Jail Program
Alternative School
145 S Park St
Defuniak Springs, FL 32435
(850) 892-1100
Grades: 6-12
| 3 students
Rank: n/an/a
145 S Park St
Defuniak Springs, FL 32435
(850) 892-1100
Grades: K-12
| 0 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 32435 Florida

32435, Florida Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
145 S Park St
Defuniak Springs, FL 32435
(850) 892-1161
Grades: PK
| n/a students
0145 Park Street, Suite #2
Defuniak Springs, FL 32435
(850) 892-110
Grades: PK-5
| 9 students
286 Gene Hurley Rd
Defuniak Springs, FL 32435
(850) 892-8580
Grades: 6-12
| 15 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 32435, FL?
The top ranked public schools in 32435, FL include West Defuniak Elementary School, Walton Virtual Franchise and Walton Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 32435, FL?
8 public schools are located in 32435, FL.
What percentage of students in 32435, FL go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 32435, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 32435, FL?
32435, FL public schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).

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