For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,308 students in 32433, FL (there are 1 private school, serving 14 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 32433, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 32433, FL are Mossy Head School, Walton High School and Maude Saunders Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 32433 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 32433, 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 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32433, FL Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mossy Head School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
13270 Us Highway 90 W
Defuniak Springs, FL 32433
(850) 892-1290
Defuniak Springs, FL 32433
(850) 892-1290
Gr: PK-5 | 521 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Walton High School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
449 Walton Rd
Defuniak Springs, FL 32433
(850) 892-1270
Defuniak Springs, FL 32433
(850) 892-1270
Gr: 9-12 | 969 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #33.
Maude Saunders Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
416 John Baldwin Rd
Defuniak Springs, FL 32433
(850) 892-1260
Defuniak Springs, FL 32433
(850) 892-1260
Gr: K-5 | 554 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #44.
Walton Initiative For Success In Education (Wise)
Alternative School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
555 Walton Rd, Wise Campus
Defuniak Springs, FL 32433
(850) 892-1111
Defuniak Springs, FL 32433
(850) 892-1111
Gr: PK-12 | 264 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: n/an/a
Emerald Coast Technical College
Vocational School
761 N 20th St
Defuniak Springs, FL 32433
(850) 892-1240
Defuniak Springs, FL 32433
(850) 892-1240
Gr: 9-12
32433, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Chautauqua Learn And Serve At The Arc Of Walton County Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
1408 A Highway 83 N
Defuniak Springs, FL 32433
(850) 892-5013
Defuniak Springs, FL 32433
(850) 892-5013
Gr: 12 | 5 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 32433, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 32433, FL include Mossy Head School, Walton High School and Maude Saunders Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 32433?
5 public schools are located in 32433.
What percentage of students in 32433 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 32433 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 32433?
32433 public schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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