For the 2024-25 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 3,231 students in Washington County, FL (there are 4 private schools, serving 376 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in Washington County, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in Washington County, FL are Washington Academy Of Varying Exceptionalities (Wave), Kate M. Smith Elementary School and Roulhac Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Washington County, FL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Florida public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in Washington County have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Washington County (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Washington Academy Of Varying Exceptionalities (Wave)
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1535 Brickyard Rd
Chipley, FL 32428
(850) 638-6170
Chipley, FL 32428
(850) 638-6170
Grades: PK-12
| 57 students
Rank: #22.
Kate M. Smith Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1447 South Blvd
Chipley, FL 32428
(850) 638-6220
Chipley, FL 32428
(850) 638-6220
Grades: PK-5
| 941 students
Rank: #33.
Roulhac Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1535 Brickyard Rd
Chipley, FL 32428
(850) 638-6170
Chipley, FL 32428
(850) 638-6170
Grades: 6-8
| 440 students
Rank: #44.
Vernon Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3665 Roche Ave
Vernon, FL 32462
(850) 535-2486
Vernon, FL 32462
(850) 535-2486
Grades: PK-5
| 579 students
Rank: #55.
Washington Virtual Instruction Program
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
652 3rd St
Chipley, FL 32428
(850) 638-6222
Chipley, FL 32428
(850) 638-6222
Grades: K-12
| 16 students
Rank: #66.
Chipley High School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1545 Brickyard Rd
Chipley, FL 32428
(850) 638-6100
Chipley, FL 32428
(850) 638-6100
Grades: 9-12
| 588 students
Rank: #77.
Vernon High School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3232 Moss Hill Rd
Vernon, FL 32462
(850) 535-2046
Vernon, FL 32462
(850) 535-2046
Grades: 9-12
| 344 students
Rank: #88.
Vernon Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3190 Moss Hill Rd
Vernon, FL 32462
(850) 535-2807
Vernon, FL 32462
(850) 535-2807
Grades: 6-8
| 256 students
Rank: #99.
Washington Institute For Specialized Education
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
680 2nd St
Chipley, FL 32428
(850) 638-6020
Chipley, FL 32428
(850) 638-6020
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Washington Virtual Franchise
Magnet School
753 West Blvd
Chipley, FL 32428
(850) 638-6222
Chipley, FL 32428
(850) 638-6222
Grades: 4-12
| 10 students
Washington County Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Florida Panhandle Technical College (Closed 2023)
Vocational School
757 Hoyt St
Chipley, FL 32428
(850) 638-1180
Chipley, FL 32428
(850) 638-1180
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
The Vernon Place High School (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
3242 Moss Hill Rd
Vernon, FL 32462
(850) 535-1264
Vernon, FL 32462
(850) 535-1264
Grades: 7-12
| 39 students
Washington Couty Superintendent's Office (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
2652 Third Street
Chipley, FL 32428
(850) 638-622
Chipley, FL 32428
(850) 638-622
Grades: PK-12
| 8 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Washington County, FL?
The top ranked public schools in Washington County, FL include Washington Academy Of Varying Exceptionalities (Wave), Kate M. Smith Elementary School and Roulhac Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Washington County?
10 public schools are located in Washington County.
What percentage of students in Washington County go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in Washington County are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Washington County?
Washington County public schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Washington County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Washington County include: Chipley High School vs. Vernon High School, Vernon High School vs. Chipley High School, Vernon Middle School vs. Roulhac Middle School
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