For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 958 students in 32539, FL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 32539, FL are Shoal River Middle School and Okaloosa Regional Detention. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 32539 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Florida public middle school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 32539, FL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public middle school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32539, FL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shoal River Middle School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3200 E Redstone Ave
Crestview, FL 32539
(850) 689-7229
Crestview, FL 32539
(850) 689-7229
Gr: 6-8 | 923 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
Okaloosa Regional Detention
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4448 Straight Line Rd
Crestview, FL 32539
(850) 689-7177
Crestview, FL 32539
(850) 689-7177
Gr: 5-12 | 28 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: n/an/a
Adjudicated Youth Facility
Alternative School
4448 Straight Line Rd
Crestview, FL 32539
(850) 689-7177
Crestview, FL 32539
(850) 689-7177
Gr: 6-12 | 7 students Minority enrollment: 71%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 32539, FL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 32539, FL include Shoal River Middle School and Okaloosa Regional Detention.
How many public middle schools are located in 32539?
3 public middle schools are located in 32539.
What is the racial composition of students in 32539?
32539 public middle schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public middle schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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